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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharma, Gastroenterologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Desh Sharma, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office at (210) 405-3410.
Where did Dr. Sharma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Gov't Medical College, Jammu University, Jammu, India
What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?
Dr. Sharma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Sharma treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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:
- 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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Stomach Ulcer
- Peptic Ulcer
- Gastric ulcer
- Peptic ulcer of the stomach
- Stomach sore
ICD-10 Codes:
- K259: Gastric ulcer, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sharma perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Desh Sharma may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sharma's office.
Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 405-3410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Sharma in San Antonio, TX 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?
Dr. Desh Sharma's Primary Practice
3208 Napier Park Ste 1
San Antonio, TX 78231
(210) 405-3410
What is Dr. Sharma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457549032.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharma
What is Dr. Desh Sharma's specialty?
Dr. Sharma is a Gastroenterologist near San Antonio, TX. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Sharma to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Desh Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with Methodist Stone Oak Hospital, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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 Desh Sharma accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Desh Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Desh Sharma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (210) 405-3410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Desh Sharma?
Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (210) 405-3410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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