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Who is Dr. Desious, Family Medicine Specialist in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Annai Desious, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sioux Falls, SD. Dr. Desious is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desious’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desious’s office at (605) 322-3300.
What languages does Dr. Desious speak?
Dr. Desious and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desious typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Desious 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. Desious. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- General Health Screening
- Screening for Other Endocrine Disorder
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
- Hormone Disorder Screening
- Gland Disorder Screening
- Endocrine System Check
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
- Z1329: Encounter for screening for other suspected endocrine disorder
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desious typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Annai Desious may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Desious' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Desious accept my insurance?
Dr. Desious accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 322-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desious accept in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Desious in Sioux Falls, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Avera Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of South Dakota
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Desious' office located?
Dr. Annai Desious' Primary Practice
6215 S Cliff Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 322-3300
What is Dr. Desious's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desious's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508362773.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desious?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desious
What is Dr. Annai Desious's specialty?
Dr. Desious is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sioux Falls, SD.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Annai Desious affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desious is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Avera Heart Hospital, Avera Sacred Heart Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Annai Desious accepting new patients in Sioux Falls, SD?
Yes, Dr. Annai Desious is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Annai Desious offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desious's office at (605) 322-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Annai Desious?
Please contact Dr. Desious's office at (605) 322-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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