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Dr. Nancy Desantis, DO

Dr. Nancy Desantis, DO

Physiatrist

Royal Oak, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desantis, Physiatrist in Royal Oak, MI?

    Dr. Nancy Desantis, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Royal Oak, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Desantis graduated from College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program. 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.

    Where did Dr. Desantis go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program

    • Medical School: College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Desantis board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Nancy Desantis, DO is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    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 Physiatrist like Dr. Desantis typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, 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:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Hemiplegia
    • Paralysis
    • One-sided paralysis
    • Hemiparesis
    • Partial paralysis on one side

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8194: Hemiplegia, unspecified affecting left nondominant side

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Desantis typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Desantis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desantis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desantis accept in Royal Oak, MI?

    Dr. Desantis in Royal Oak, MI 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 Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Desantis' office located?

    Dr. Nancy Desantis' Primary Practice

    3601 W 13 Mile Rd

    Royal Oak, MI 48073

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    Dr. Nancy Desantis' Practice 2

    2265 Livernois Rd Ste 402

    Troy, MI 48083

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    Dr. Nancy Desantis' Practice 3

    33717 Woodward Ave PMB 416

    Birmingham, MI 48009

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    What is Dr. Desantis's NPI number?A 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 1952371007.

    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. Nancy Desantis's specialty?

    Dr. Desantis is a Physiatrist near Royal Oak, MI.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Nancy Desantis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desantis is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Nancy Desantis accepting new patients in Royal Oak, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Nancy Desantis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nancy Desantis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desantis' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nancy Desantis?

    Please contact Dr. Desantis' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desantis' office located?

    Dr. Desantis' offices are located in Royal Oak, MI, Troy, MI, and Birmingham, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nancy Desantis have?

    Dr. Nancy Desantis is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.