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Dr. Shirin Desouza, MD

Pediatrician

Oklahoma City, OK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desouza, Pediatrician in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Dr. Shirin Desouza, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Oklahoma City, OK. Dr. Desouza is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desouza’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desouza’s office at (405) 271-8001.

    What languages does Dr. Desouza speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Desouza typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Desouza 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. Desouza. 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:

    • 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 Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Desouza typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shirin Desouza may include:

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

    Does Dr. Desouza accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desouza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 271-8001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desouza accept in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Dr. Desouza in Oklahoma City, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Oklahoma

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    Where is Dr. Desouza's office located?

    Dr. Shirin Desouza's Primary Practice

    1200 Childrens Ave

    Oklahoma City, OK 73104

    (405) 271-8001

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

    Dr. Desouza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144754771.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desouza?

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

    What is Dr. Shirin Desouza's specialty?

    Dr. Desouza is a Pediatrician near Oklahoma City, OK.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Shirin Desouza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desouza is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City, Integris Health Canadian Valley Hospital, Duncan Regional Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Shirin Desouza accepting new patients in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Shirin Desouza is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shirin Desouza offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desouza's office at (405) 271-8001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shirin Desouza?

    Please contact Dr. Desouza's office at (405) 271-8001 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desouza's office located?

    Dr. Desouza's office is located in Oklahoma City, OK.