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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desar, Anatomic Pathologist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Sabina Desar, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Desar is fluent in English and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desar’s office at (734) 936-4000.
What languages does Dr. Desar speak?
Dr. Desar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Nepali
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Desar typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Desar 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. Desar. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Benign Prostate Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Prostate Disease
- Non-cancerous prostate growth
- Prostate mass
- Benign prostate lesion
- Prostate lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D291: Benign neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Desar typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Desar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Desar. 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:
- Prostate Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Prostate
- Punch Biopsy of Prostate
- Prostate Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach
Does Dr. Desar accept my insurance?
Dr. Desar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 936-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desar accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Desar in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Desar's office located?
What is Dr. Desar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871149070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desar
What is Dr. Sabina Desar's specialty?
Dr. Desar is a Anatomic Pathologist near Richmond, VA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.
Is this Dr. Sabina Desar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desar is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Sabina Desar accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Sabina Desar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sabina Desar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desar's office at (734) 936-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sabina Desar?
Please contact Dr. Desar's office at (734) 936-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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