Summary

Dr. Richard Desantis specializes in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, along with internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and completed his residency at Temple University Health System. With four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Desantis brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Desantis is affiliated with Saint Joseph Medical Center and practices in Bel Air, Maryland. His clinical focus includes treating conditions such as osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, as well as addressing hematuria. He performs specialized procedures including bursa aspiration, bursa injection, and arthrocentesis to help patients manage joint-related concerns. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 40 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Temple University Health System
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Desantis Richard Office

715 S Shamrock RdBel Air, MD 21014
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
40 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Twi, French Speaks English
Bel Air , MDFalls Church , VAOxon Hill , MDBALTIMORE , MD
Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine Med School: Meharry Medical College Med School: Obafemi Awolowo College Of Health Sciences Olabisi Onabanjo University Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard A Desantis

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Riverside Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard A Desantis has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard A Desantis has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Temple University Health System

Medical School

American University Of The Caribbean School Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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Dr. Richard Desantis speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Desantis affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Desantis is affiliated with Saint Joseph Medical Center.

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