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18 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Desmond, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Elizabeth Desmond, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Desmond completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Desmond is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desmond’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desmond’s office at (508) 973-1600.
Where did Dr. Desmond go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desmond speak?
Dr. Desmond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Desmond treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Desmond 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. Desmond. 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:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Right Wrist Radius Fracture
- Hip Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
- Broken Right Wrist Bone
- Distal Right Radius Fracture
- Right Wrist Bone Break
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S52501D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Left Hip Fracture
- Right Hip Fracture
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Left Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
- Right Femur Fracture
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Broken Collarbone
- Torus Fracture of the Radius
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
- Clavicle Fracture
- Collarbone Break
- Bone Fracture
- Buckle fracture of radius
- Wrist buckle fracture
- Radius bone break
- Incomplete radius fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S42022A: Displaced fracture of shaft of left clavicle, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S52522D: Torus fracture of lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S42022D: Displaced fracture of shaft of left clavicle, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Bimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle', 'Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
- Broken Ankle
- Ankle Break
- Malleolar Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82842D: Displaced bimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Broken Fibula
- Lower Leg Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Fibula Fracture
- Shin Bone Fracture
- Calf Bone Break
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibia Fracture
- Lower Leg Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82832D: Other fracture of upper and lower end of left fibula, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82891D: Other fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Left Radius Fracture (Wrist Joint)
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist
- Left Arm Fracture
- Intraarticular Radius Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52572D: Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Broken Upper Arm Bone
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Humerus Fracture
- Fractured Upper Arm Bone
- Upper Arm Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42201D: Unspecified fracture of upper end of right humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Buckle Fracture of Left Wrist
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Torus fracture of left wrist
- Left distal radius buckle fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52522A: Torus fracture of lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Growth Plate Fracture of the Wrist
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Epiphyseal plate fracture
- Fractured growth plate
- Wrist growth plate injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S59222D: Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of radius, left arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Which procedures does Dr. Desmond perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Elizabeth Desmond may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desmond's office.
Does Dr. Desmond accept my insurance?
Dr. Desmond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 973-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desmond accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Desmond in San Jose, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desmond's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Desmond's Primary Practice
751 S Bascom Ave
San Jose, CA 95128
(508) 973-1600
What is Dr. Desmond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desmond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295774255.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desmond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desmond
What is Dr. Elizabeth Desmond's specialty?
Dr. Desmond is a Orthopedic Surgeon near San Jose, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Desmond to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Desmond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desmond is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sierra Nevada Memorial 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
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Is Elizabeth Desmond accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Desmond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Desmond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desmond's office at (508) 973-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Desmond?
Please contact Dr. Desmond's office at (508) 973-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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