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Dr. Kevin Desantis, MD
Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Port Charlotte, FL
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Desantis, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Port Charlotte, FL?
Dr. Kevin Desantis, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Port Charlotte, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Desantis completed his residency at Morristown Mem Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Desantis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desantis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desantis’s office at (305) 665-4614.
Where did Dr. Desantis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Morristown Mem Hosp, Emergency Medicine | Morristown Mem Hospital
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
Is Dr. Desantis board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Desantis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desantis speak?
Dr. Desantis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Desantis typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Desantis 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. Desantis. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Infectious Disease Screening
- Health Screening
- Broad infection check
- General parasite screening
- Unspecified infectious disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z119: Encounter for screening for infectious and parasitic diseases, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Desantis typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Kevin Desantis may include:
Please contact Dr. Desantis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Desantis accept my insurance?
Dr. Desantis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 665-4614 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desantis accept in Port Charlotte, FL?
Dr. Desantis in Port Charlotte, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desantis' office located?
Dr. Kevin Desantis' Primary Practice
1912 Kings Hwy Unit 700
Port Charlotte, FL 33980
(305) 665-4614
What is Dr. Desantis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desantis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255353595.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desantis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desantis
What is Dr. Kevin Desantis's specialty?
Dr. Desantis is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Port Charlotte, FL.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Kevin Desantis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desantis is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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 Kevin Desantis accepting new patients in Port Charlotte, FL?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Desantis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Desantis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desantis's office at (305) 665-4614 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Desantis?
Please contact Dr. Desantis's office at (305) 665-4614 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Desantis have?
Dr. Kevin Desantis is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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