Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desciak, Anesthesiologist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Matthew Desciak, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Desciak completed his residency at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. Dr. Desciak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desciak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desciak’s office.
Where did Dr. Desciak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Is Dr. Desciak board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Desciak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology since 2011
What languages does Dr. Desciak speak?
Dr. Desciak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Desciak typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Desciak 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. Desciak. 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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal disease
- Food pipe problem
- Undiagnosed esophagus issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- K229: Disease of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Desciak typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Desciak 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. Desciak. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Desciak accept my insurance?
Dr. Desciak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desciak accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Desciak in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Desciak's office located?
What is Dr. Desciak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desciak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306068705.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desciak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desciak
What is Dr. Matthew Desciak's specialty?
Dr. Desciak is a Anesthesiologist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Matthew Desciak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desciak is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center 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
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Is Matthew Desciak accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Desciak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Desciak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desciak's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Desciak?
Please contact Dr. Desciak's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Desciak have?
Dr. Matthew Desciak is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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