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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desjardins, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Andrew Desjardins, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Desjardins graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Emergency Medicine Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Desjardins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desjardins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desjardins’s office at (619) 541-3400.
Where did Dr. Desjardins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Emergency Medicine Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
What languages does Dr. Desjardins speak?
Dr. Desjardins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Desjardins treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Desjardins 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. Desjardins. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
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
Which procedures does Dr. Desjardins perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Andrew Desjardins 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. Desjardins' office.
Does Dr. Desjardins accept my insurance?
Dr. Desjardins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 541-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desjardins accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Desjardins 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 Territories
All Other Third Party
Beacon Health Options
CalOptima
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Desjardins' office located?
What is Dr. Desjardins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desjardins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396713103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desjardins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desjardins
What is Dr. Andrew Desjardins's specialty?
Dr. Desjardins is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. 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. Desjardins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Desjardins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desjardins is affiliated with Sharp Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Andrew Desjardins accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Desjardins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Desjardins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desjardins's office at (619) 541-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Desjardins?
Please contact Dr. Desjardins's office at (619) 541-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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