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Dr. Diana Desantis, MD
Wheat Ridge, CO
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Desantis, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Dr. Diana Desantis, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Wheat Ridge, CO. She is board certified. Dr. Desantis graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Ophthalmology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Desantis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desantis’s office.
Where did Dr. Desantis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Ophthalmology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Case Western Reserve University School Of Med | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Desantis board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Diana Desantis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Desantis speak?
Dr. Desantis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Desantis typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, 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:
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Esotropia
- Walleye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Inward Turning Eye
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
Also known as:
- Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tears
- Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
- Narrow Tear Duct in Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Desantis typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Desantis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Does Dr. Desantis accept my insurance?
Dr. Desantis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desantis accept in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Dr. Desantis in Wheat Ridge, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Colorado Access
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Denver Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of Colorado
State of Kansas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Desantis' office located?
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 1952346249.
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. Diana Desantis's specialty?
Dr. Desantis is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Wheat Ridge, CO.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Diana 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 Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Diana Desantis accepting new patients in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Yes, Dr. Diana Desantis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diana Desantis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desantis's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diana Desantis?
Please contact Dr. Desantis's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Diana Desantis have?
Dr. Diana Desantis is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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