Summary

Dr. Joseph Desanto is an internal medicine and emergency medicine physician who earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. With 33 years of clinical experience, he brings extensive knowledge to both inpatient care and urgent medical situations. His dual specialty training allows him to provide comprehensive primary care while also managing acute medical emergencies.

Dr. Desanto practices at Huntington Beach Hospital and maintains affiliations with College Hospital Costa Mesa and Huntington Beach Hospital in California. He focuses on treating substance use disorders, including teen substance abuse and alcohol dependency. His expertise includes conducting drug screenings for benzodiazepines, cannabinoids, and cocaine to support patient care and recovery planning. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 33 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Huntington Beach Hospital

17772 Beach BlvdHuntington Beach, CA 92647

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33 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English, French, Bambara
Huntington Beach , CASHERMAN OAKS , CALos Altos , CATigard , OR
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Anthony Desanto

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • First Choice Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • HealthChoice Oklahoma
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Anthony Desanto has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Anthony Desanto has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Joseph Desanto's office located?
Dr. Joseph Desanto's office is located at 17772 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach, CA, 92647.
Is Dr. Joseph Desanto accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Joseph Desanto accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Desanto affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Desanto is affiliated with College Hospital Costa Mesa and Huntington Beach Hospital.

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