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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desanto, Orthopedic Surgeon in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Donald Desanto is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tarzana, CA with 1 additional practice location. 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 an 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
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25539: Pain in unspecified wrist
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
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:
- 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:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Broken Shin Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82142A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does Dr. Desanto perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Desanto 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. 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:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
- Metatarsal Fracture Care
- Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
- Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
- 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
- Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
- Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
- Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
- Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)
CPT Codes:
- 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments
Also known as:
- Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
- Distal Fibula Fracture Care
- Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Upper Arm Bone Fracture
- Proximal Humerus Fracture Repair
- Shoulder Fracture Open Reduction
- Upper Arm Bone Break Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23615: Open treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, includes repair of tuberosity(s), when performed;
Also known as:
- Humeral Shaft Fracture Repair with Rod
- Upper arm bone fracture surgery
- Intramedullary nail for humerus
- Humerus fracture fixation
CPT Codes:
- 24516: Treatment of humeral shaft fracture, with insertion of intramedullary implant, with or without cerclage and/or locking screws
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Heritage Health
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?
Yes, Dr. Desanto is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (Pasadena, CA), Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health 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
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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?
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