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Dr. Matthew Desalvo, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Myrtle Beach, SC

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. Dr. Desalvo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desalvo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desalvo typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desalvo typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Desalvo may include:

    Please contact Dr. Desalvo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Matthew Desalvo's Practice 2

    2829 E Highway 76

    Mullins, SC 29574

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    Dr. Matthew Desalvo's Practice 3

    107 McLeod Health Blvd

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

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    What hospitals are Dr. Desalvo affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Desalvo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Musc Health Marion Medical Center,Mullins, SC
    Medical University Hospital Authority,Florence, SC
    Musc Health Black River Medical Center,Cades, SC

    What is Dr. Desalvo's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Myrtle Beach, SC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Matthew Desalvo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desalvo is affiliated with Mcleod Health Loris, Musc Health University Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Matthew Desalvo?

    Please contact Dr. Desalvo's office at (843) 497-5929 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desalvo's office located?

    Dr. Desalvo's offices are located in Myrtle Beach, SC and Mullins, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Desalvo have?

    Dr. Matthew Desalvo is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.