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Who is Dr. Desouza, Cardiologist in Apple Valley, CA?
Dr. Kavit Desouza, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Apple Valley, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Desouza is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (760) 247-6444.
Is Dr. Desouza board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kavit Desouza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desouza speak?
Dr. Desouza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Desouza typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Desouza typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kavit Desouza may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (760) 247-6444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desouza accept in Apple Valley, CA?
Dr. Desouza in Apple Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desouza's office located?
Dr. Kavit Desouza's Primary Practice
19341 Bear Valley Rd Ste 105
Apple Valley, CA 92308
(760) 247-6444
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Patients give Dr. Kavit Desouza an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Desouza has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Desouza, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Desouza's NPI number?An 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 1245441997.
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. Kavit Desouza's specialty?
Dr. Desouza is a Cardiologist near Apple Valley, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Kavit Desouza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desouza is affiliated with Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Riverside Community Hospital, Providence Saint John's Health Center, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kavit Desouza accepting new patients in Apple Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kavit Desouza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kavit Desouza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desouza's office at (760) 247-6444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kavit Desouza?
Please contact Dr. Desouza's office at (760) 247-6444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kavit Desouza have?
Dr. Kavit Desouza is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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