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Dr. Ishani Sandesara, MD

Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

Ann Arbor, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sandesara, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Dr. Ishani Sandesara, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI. Dr. Sandesara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sandesara’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandesara’s office at (734) 232-9593.

    What languages does Dr. Sandesara speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sandesara typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sandesara 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. Sandesara. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Genetic Syndrome
    • Birth Defects
    • Rare Birth Defect Syndromes
    • Uncommon Congenital Syndromes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8789: Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sandesara typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ishani Sandesara may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sandesara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sandesara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 232-9593 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sandesara accept in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Dr. Sandesara in Ann Arbor, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • DLP Marquette Holding Company

    • Humana

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sandesara's office located?

    Taubman Ctr Rec D

    1500 E Medical Center Dr

    Ann Arbor, MI 48109

    (734) 232-9593

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sandesara affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Sandesara has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    University Of Michigan Health - University Hospital,Ann Arbor, MI

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

    Dr. Sandesara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437545126.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandesara?

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

    What is Dr. Ishani Sandesara's specialty?

    Dr. Sandesara is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Ann Arbor, MI.

    What does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Ishani Sandesara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sandesara is affiliated with Aspen Valley 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

    When to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative 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 Dr. Ishani Sandesara accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Ishani Sandesara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ishani Sandesara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sandesara's office at (734) 232-9593 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ishani Sandesara?

    Please contact Dr. Sandesara's office at (734) 232-9593 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sandesara's office located?

    Dr. Sandesara's office is located in Ann Arbor, MI.