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Dr. Paul Desandre, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist

Atlanta, GA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desandre, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Paul Desandre, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Desandre is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desandre’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desandre’s office at (404) 321-6111.

    Where did Dr. Desandre go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Desandre speak?

    Dr. Desandre and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desandre typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Desandre diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Desandre. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • TBI
    • Head injury
    • Brain trauma
    • Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAS: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, sequela
    • S062XAS: Diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, sequela

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Brain damage from lack of oxygen
    • Brain Disease
    • Anoxic brain injury
    • Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
    • Oxygen deprivation brain injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Stroke
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot
    • Brain Attack
    • Post-stroke Problems
    • Effects of Stroke
    • Stroke After-effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Inhalation Pneumonia
    • Chemical Pneumonitis
    • Aspiration Lung Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desandre typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Desandre may include:

    Please contact Dr. Desandre's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Desandre accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desandre accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 321-6111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desandre accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Desandre in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Desandre's office located?

    Dr. Paul Desandre's Primary Practice

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE

    Atlanta, GA 30303

    (404) 321-6111

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    Dr. Paul Desandre's Practice 2

    1670 Clairmont Rd

    Decatur, GA 30033

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    What is Dr. Desandre's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Desandre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255483756.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desandre?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desandre

    What is Dr. Paul Desandre's specialty?

    Dr. Desandre is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Paul Desandre affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desandre is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Paul Desandre accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Desandre is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Desandre offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desandre's office at (404) 321-6111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Desandre?

    Please contact Dr. Desandre's office at (404) 321-6111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desandre's office located?

    Dr. Desandre's offices are located in Atlanta, GA and Decatur, GA.