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Dr. Akshay Deshpande, MD

Hospitalist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Deshpande, Hospitalist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Akshay Deshpande, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Deshpande is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deshpande’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deshpande’s office at (813) 821-8038.

    What languages does Dr. Deshpande speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Deshpande typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Deshpande 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. Deshpande. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Deshpande typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Akshay Deshpande may include:

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

    Does Dr. Deshpande accept my insurance?

    Dr. Deshpande accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 821-8038 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Deshpande accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Deshpande in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Humana

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Deshpande's office located?

    Dr. Akshay Deshpande's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (813) 821-8038

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

    Dr. Deshpande's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689134603.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deshpande?

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

    What is Dr. Akshay Deshpande's specialty?

    Dr. Deshpande is a Hospitalist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Akshay Deshpande affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Deshpande is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Akshay Deshpande accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Akshay Deshpande is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akshay Deshpande offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Deshpande's office at (813) 821-8038 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akshay Deshpande?

    Please contact Dr. Deshpande's office at (813) 821-8038 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Deshpande's office located?

    Dr. Deshpande's office is located in San Diego, CA.