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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desantis, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Desantis is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Desantis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desantis’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desantis’s office at (619) 239-3286.
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 Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Desantis typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, 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:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Dystrophy
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
- L603: Nail dystrophy
Also known as:
- Thick Skin on Hands and Feet
- Sun Exposure
- Palmoplantar keratoderma
- Keratoderma
- Thickened skin palms soles
ICD-10 Codes:
- L851: Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Desantis typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Desantis may include:
- Ankle Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Second Opinion
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Consultation
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Follow Up
- Foot Consultation
- Foot Follow Up
- Foot Surgery
- Laser Toenail Treatment
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 (619) 239-3286 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desantis accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Desantis in San Diego, 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Peak
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1053317545.
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. Nicholas Desantis's specialty?
Dr. Desantis is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Desantis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desantis is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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
When to see a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nicholas Desantis accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Desantis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Desantis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desantis's office at (619) 239-3286 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Desantis?
Please contact Dr. Desantis's office at (619) 239-3286 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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