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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desousa, Neurologist in St Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Garcia Desousa, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in St Petersburg, FL. He has been practicing for over 48 years. Dr. Desousa graduated from University of Bombay Goa Medical Collage and completed his residency at Wayne St University. Dr. Desousa is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desousa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desousa’s office at (727) 341-1333.
Where did Dr. Desousa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St University | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Bombay University, K.J. Somaiya Medical College And Research Centre | University of Bombay Goa Medical Collage | Grant Government Medical College
What languages does Dr. Desousa speak?
Dr. Desousa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Desousa typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Desousa 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. Desousa. 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Desousa typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Garcia Desousa may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Desousa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Desousa accept my insurance?
Dr. Desousa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 341-1333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desousa accept in St Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Desousa in St Petersburg, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desousa's office located?
Dr. Garcia Desousa's Primary Practice
3334 66th St N
St Petersburg, FL 33710
(727) 341-1333
What is Dr. Desousa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desousa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053394270.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desousa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desousa
What is Dr. Garcia Desousa's specialty?
Dr. Desousa is a Neurologist near St Petersburg, FL.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Garcia Desousa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desousa is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Garcia Desousa accepting new patients in St Petersburg, FL?
Yes, Dr. Garcia Desousa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Garcia Desousa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desousa's office at (727) 341-1333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Garcia Desousa?
Please contact Dr. Desousa's office at (727) 341-1333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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