Overview
Dr. Salvatore Desimone, DO is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 4 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Desimone graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Philadelphia College Osteopathic Med Program. Dr. Desimone is fluent in English, Castilian, French, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desimone’s practice accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Bravo Health, Cigna, Humana Health, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desimone’s office at (215) 288-5000.Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Ophthalmologist
Education & Training
Philadelphia College Osteopathic Med Program (Residency)
Other Degree - Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa
Medical Degree - Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Languages
Castilian
English
French
Italian
Spanish
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by an Ophthalmologist, like Dr. Salvatore Desimone, may include:
Blindness, Cataracts, Chalazion, Color Blindness, Dry Eyes, Glaucoma, Hyperopia, Macular Degeneration, Myopia, Optic Neuritis, Presbyopia, ROP (Retinopathy of Prematurity) and Strabismus
Please contact Dr. Desimone's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by an Ophthalmologist, like Dr. Salvatore Desimone, may include:
Cataract Removal, Corneal Specialist Consultation, Corneal Specialist Follow Up, Dark Adaptometry, Diabetes Care - Eye Exam, Electro-oculography (EOG), Electroretinography (ERG), Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Surgery Consultation, Eye Surgery Follow Up, Eye Tumor Consultation, General Eye Consultation, General Eye Follow Up, Glaucoma Consultation, Glaucoma Follow Up, Gonioscopy, Lasik Surgery, Lasik Surgery Consultation, Lasik Surgery Follow up, Lower Eyelid Bag Removal, Neuro-Ophthalmology Consultation, Neuro-Ophthalmology Follow Up, Non-Surgical Consultation, Ocular Oncology Consultation, Ocular Oncology Follow Up, Ocular Tumor Consultation, Oculoplastic Surgery Consultation, Oculoplastic Surgery Follow Up, Ophthalmic Pathology Evaluation, Ophthalmologic Electrophysiology Evaluation, Ophthalmoscopy, Orbital Disease Consultation, Orbital Disease Follow Up, Orbital Fracture/Trauma Consultation, Orthokeratology / Corneal Refractive Therapy, Pachymetry, Pediatric Eye Consultation, Pediatric Eye Follow Up, Perimetry, Refractive Surgery Consultation, Refractive Surgery Follow Up, Retina Consultation, Retina Follow Up, Retina Surgery Consultation, Retina Surgery Follow Up, Revisional Eyelid Surgery Consultation, Tonometry, Uveitis Consultation, Uveitis Follow Up, Vitreous Surgery Consultation and Vitreous Surgery Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desimone's office.
Insurances
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Bravo Health
Cigna
Humana Health
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Locations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mr. Salvatore Desimone accepting new patients?
Yes, Mr. Salvatore Desimone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Mr. Salvatore Desimone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desimone's office at (215) 288-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Mr. Salvatore Desimone offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Desimone's office at (215) 288-5000 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Mr. Salvatore Desimone speak?
Mr. Salvatore Desimone speaks English, Castilian, French, Italian and Spanish.
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