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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desikan, Vascular Surgeon in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Sarasijhaa Desikan, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Desikan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desikan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desikan’s office at (410) 328-5842.
What languages does Dr. Desikan speak?
Dr. Desikan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Desikan treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Desikan 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. Desikan. 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:
- Widespread Swelling
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Generalized Edema
- Full Body Swelling
- Systemic Swelling
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R601: Generalized edema
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Which procedures does Dr. Desikan perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Sarasijhaa Desikan 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. Desikan's office.
Does Dr. Desikan accept my insurance?
Dr. Desikan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-5842 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desikan accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Desikan in Baltimore, MD 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desikan's office located?
Dr. Sarasijhaa Desikan's Primary Practice
29 S Greene St Ste 319
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 328-5842
What is Dr. Desikan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desikan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528402252.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desikan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desikan
What is Dr. Sarasijhaa Desikan's specialty?
Dr. Desikan is a Vascular Surgeon near Baltimore, MD. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Desikan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sarasijhaa Desikan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desikan is affiliated with CalvertHealth Medical Center, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, Frederick Health Hospital, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Vascular Surgeon?
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Is Sarasijhaa Desikan accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Sarasijhaa Desikan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarasijhaa Desikan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desikan's office at (410) 328-5842 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarasijhaa Desikan?
Please contact Dr. Desikan's office at (410) 328-5842 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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