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Who is Dr. Desanto, Orthopedic Surgeon in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Donald Desanto is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tarzana, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Desanto is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desanto’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desanto’s office at (310) 423-4566.
What languages does Dr. Desanto speak?
Dr. Desanto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Desanto treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Desanto 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. Desanto. 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:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Wrist
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Pain in Ankle and Foot
- Pain in Left Wrist
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Ache
- Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Wrist
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Ache
- Foot Discomfort
- Sore Ankle and Foot
- Left Wrist Ache
- Left Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Left Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25539: Pain in unspecified wrist
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
- M25579: Pain in unspecified ankle and joints of unspecified foot
- M25532: Pain in left wrist
Also known as:
- Broken Shin Bone
- Lower Leg Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
- Fibula Fracture
- Lower Leg Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82142A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82891D: Other fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82141A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Aching shoulder
- Sore shoulder
- Shoulder discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25519: Pain in unspecified shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Colles' Fracture
- Broken Hip Bone
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken wrist
- Distal radius fracture
- Wrist break
- Silver-fork deformity
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52532A: Colles' fracture of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Left Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
- M79605: Pain in left leg
Also known as:
- Broken Ankle (Right Leg)
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Ankle Fracture
- Fractured Ankle
- Trimalleolar Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Shoulder Fracture
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Broken shoulder bone
- Upper arm bone break
- Humerus head fracture
- Shoulder bone injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42292A: Other displaced fracture of upper end of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Dislocation of Left Midfoot Joint
- Dislocations
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Left tarsometatarsal joint dislocation
- Left midfoot joint out of place
- Lisfranc dislocation left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- S93325A: Dislocation of tarsometatarsal joint of left foot, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Elbow Pain
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right elbow
- Sore right elbow
- Right elbow discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25521: Pain in right elbow
Which procedures does Dr. Desanto perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Donald Desanto may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desanto's office.
Does Dr. Desanto accept my insurance?
Dr. Desanto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-4566 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desanto accept in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Desanto in Tarzana, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desanto's office located?
Dr. Donald Desanto's Primary Practice
18133 Ventura Blvd Ste 302
Tarzana, CA 91356
(310) 423-4566
What is Dr. Desanto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desanto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194179275.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desanto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desanto
What is Dr. Donald Desanto's specialty?
Dr. Desanto is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Tarzana, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Desanto to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Donald Desanto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desanto is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Cedars - Sinai Tarzana Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Donald Desanto accepting new patients in Tarzana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Donald Desanto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Desanto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desanto's office at (310) 423-4566 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Desanto?
Please contact Dr. Desanto's office at (310) 423-4566 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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