Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desimone, Surgeon in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Christopher Desimone, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Desimone is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desimone’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desimone’s office at (805) 376-0076.
What languages does Dr. Desimone speak?
Dr. Desimone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Desimone treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Desimone 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. Desimone. 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.
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation from Bile Duct Gallstones
- Bile Duct Disease
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
- Chronic Cholecystitis with Choledocholithiasis
- Long-term Gallbladder Issues from Bile Duct Stones
- Chronic Bile Duct Gallstone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8044: Calculus of bile duct with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Partial Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
- Partial Bowel Blockage
- Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction
- Partial Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
- K56690: Other partial intestinal obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Which procedures does Dr. Desimone perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Desimone may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desimone's office.
Does Dr. Desimone accept my insurance?
Dr. Desimone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 376-0076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desimone accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Desimone in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Express Scripts
Gold Coast Health Plan
Heritage Health
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desimone's office located?
Dr. Christopher Desimone's Primary Practice
2911 Chanticleer Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(805) 376-0076
Dr. Christopher Desimone's Practice 2
1000 Newbury Rd Ste 285
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
(805) 376-0076
What is Dr. Desimone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desimone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942620067.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desimone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desimone
What is Dr. Christopher Desimone's specialty?
Dr. Desimone is a Surgeon near Santa Cruz, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Desimone to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Desimone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desimone is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Los Robles Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Christopher Desimone accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Desimone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Desimone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desimone's office at (805) 376-0076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Desimone?
Please contact Dr. Desimone's office at (805) 376-0076 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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