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Dr. Richard Desruisseau, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

Huntsville, AL

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desruisseau, Diagnostic Radiologist in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Richard Desruisseau, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Desruisseau completed his residency at Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology Carilion Health System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Desruisseau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desruisseau’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desruisseau’s office at (256) 539-0457.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology Carilion Health System, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica

    What languages does Dr. Desruisseau speak?

    Dr. Desruisseau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Desruisseau typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Desruisseau 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. Desruisseau. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Brain Ischemia
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Brain Hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6782: Cerebral ischemia

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    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:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Chest Injury
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Thoracic Injury
    • Chest Trauma
    • Rib Cage Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Desruisseau typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Desruisseau may include:

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

    Does Dr. Desruisseau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desruisseau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 539-0457 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desruisseau accept in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Desruisseau in Huntsville, AL 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

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Desruisseau's office located?

    Dr. Richard Desruisseau's Primary Practice

    2006 Franklin St SE Ste 200

    Huntsville, AL 35801

    (256) 539-0457

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    Dr. Richard Desruisseau's Practice 2

    960 Rocket Way Ste 100

    Gardendale, AL 35071

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    Dr. Richard Desruisseau's Practice 3

    2145 Bonner Way

    Vestavia, AL 35243

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    What is Dr. Desruisseau's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Desruisseau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710942172.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desruisseau?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desruisseau

    What is Dr. Richard Desruisseau's specialty?

    Dr. Desruisseau is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Huntsville, AL.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Richard Desruisseau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desruisseau is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Crestwood 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 a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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. Richard Desruisseau accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Desruisseau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Desruisseau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desruisseau's office at (256) 539-0457 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Desruisseau?

    Please contact Dr. Desruisseau's office at (256) 539-0457 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desruisseau's office located?

    Dr. Desruisseau's offices are located in Huntsville, AL, Gardendale, AL, and Vestavia, AL.