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51 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desa, Interventional Cardiologist in Los Alamitos, CA?
Dr. Watson Desa, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Los Alamitos, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 51 years. Dr. Desa graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Desa is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desa’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desa’s office at (562) 594-6080.
Where did Dr. Desa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine | B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India
What languages does Dr. Desa speak?
Dr. Desa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Desa treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Desa 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. Desa. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Heart Palpitations
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
Which procedures does Dr. Desa perform as an Interventional Cardiologist?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Watson Desa may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desa's office.
Does Dr. Desa accept my insurance?
Dr. Desa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 594-6080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desa accept in Los Alamitos, CA?
Dr. Desa in Los Alamitos, CA 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
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Heritage Health
Medicaid
Medicare
Preferred IPA
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Where is Dr. Desa's office located?
Dr. Watson Desa's Primary Practice
3851 Katella Ave Ste 305
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
(562) 594-6080
What is Dr. Desa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235185620.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desa
What is Dr. Watson Desa's specialty?
Dr. Desa is a Interventional Cardiologist near Los Alamitos, CA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Desa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Watson Desa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desa is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, UCI Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, USC Arcadia Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Watson Desa accepting new patients in Los Alamitos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Watson Desa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Watson Desa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desa's office at (562) 594-6080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Watson Desa?
Please contact Dr. Desa's office at (562) 594-6080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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