MD
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desalvo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Dr. Matthew Desalvo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Desalvo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desalvo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desalvo’s office at (843) 497-5929.
Is Dr. Desalvo board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Desalvo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desalvo speak?
Dr. Desalvo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Desalvo treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Desalvo 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. Desalvo. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Desalvo perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Matthew Desalvo may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desalvo's office.
Does Dr. Desalvo accept my insurance?
Dr. Desalvo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 497-5929 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desalvo accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Dr. Desalvo in Myrtle Beach, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Molina
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desalvo's office located?
Dr. Matthew Desalvo's Primary Practice
809 82nd Pkwy
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
(843) 497-5929
What is Dr. Desalvo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desalvo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942206826.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desalvo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desalvo
What is Dr. Matthew Desalvo's specialty?
Dr. Desalvo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Myrtle Beach, SC. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Desalvo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Desalvo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desalvo is affiliated with Mcleod Health Loris which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Matthew Desalvo accepting new patients in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Desalvo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Desalvo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desalvo's office at (843) 497-5929 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Desalvo?
Please contact Dr. Desalvo's office at (843) 497-5929 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Desalvo have?
Dr. Matthew Desalvo is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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