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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desalvo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Jay Desalvo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Desalvo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desalvo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desalvo’s office at (985) 867-4000.
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:
- 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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Which procedures does Dr. Desalvo perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jay 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 (985) 867-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desalvo accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Desalvo in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Desalvo's office located?
Dr. Jay Desalvo's Primary Practice
95 Judge Tanner Blvd
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 867-4000
Dr. Jay Desalvo's Practice 2
95 E Fairway Dr Lakeview Regional Med Center
Covington, LA 70433
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 1942278197.
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. Jay Desalvo's specialty?
Dr. Desalvo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Covington, LA. 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. Jay Desalvo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desalvo is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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
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Is Jay Desalvo accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Jay Desalvo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Desalvo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desalvo's office at (985) 867-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay Desalvo?
Please contact Dr. Desalvo's office at (985) 867-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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