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Dr. Desi Schiess, MD

Pediatric Radiologist, Diagnostic Radiologist

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schiess, Pediatric Radiologist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Desi Schiess, MD is a Pediatric Radiologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Schiess is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital Colorado. Dr. Schiess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schiess’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schiess’s office at (720) 777-1234.

    What languages does Dr. Schiess speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Radiologist like Dr. Schiess typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Radiologist, Dr. Schiess 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. Schiess. 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:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Swollen Kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Hydronephrosis
    • Kidney Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    What procedures does a Pediatric Radiologist like Dr. Schiess typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Radiologist, Dr. Schiess performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Schiess. 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:

    • Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
    • Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
    • Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
    • GJ Tube Exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Tube Conversion (Stomach to Small Intestine)
    • G-tube to J-tube Conversion
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Conversion
    • Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 49446: Conversion of gastrostomy tube to gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report

    Also known as:

    • Bladder X-ray Injection
    • Cystogram Injection
    • VCUG Injection
    • Bladder Dye Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography

    Does Dr. Schiess accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schiess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 777-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schiess accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Schiess in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Schiess' office located?

    Childrens Hospital Colorado

    13123 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (720) 777-1234

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    Dr. Desi Schiess' Practice 2

    4090 Briargate Pkwy

    Colorado Springs, CO 80920

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

    Dr. Schiess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245693001.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schiess?

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

    What is Dr. Desi Schiess's specialty?

    Dr. Schiess is a Pediatric Radiologist near Aurora, CO.

    What does a Pediatric Radiologist do?

    A pediatric radiologist specializes in all forms of diagnostic imaging related to the treatment of diseases in newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. This specialist possesses expertise in both imaging and interventional procedures for managing pediatric diseases. They must have a high knowledge and thorough understanding of organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases specific to children, and conditions that begin in childhood and lead to significant impairment in adulthood.

    Is Dr. Desi Schiess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schiess is affiliated with Hca Healthone Sky Ridge, Uchealth Parkview Pueblo West Hospital, Southwest Health System - Cortez, Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan 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

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    Is Dr. Desi Schiess accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Desi Schiess is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Desi Schiess offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schiess' office at (720) 777-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Desi Schiess?

    Please contact Dr. Schiess' office at (720) 777-1234 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schiess' office located?

    Dr. Schiess' offices are located in Aurora, CO and Colorado Springs, CO.