PALM VALLEY SURGICAL CENTER, INC
NPI 1316440811
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in Palm Desert, CA

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Brachytherapy source, non-stranded, palladium-103, per source

Brachytherapy source, non-stranded, palladium-103, per source is a type of internal radiation treatment. Tiny radioactive seeds of palladium-103 are placed in or near the area needing treatment, providing targeted therapy while minimizing harm to surrounding tissues.

This service was performed 655 times for 11 patients

Complex application of radiation source

Complex application of radiation source is a medical procedure used in cancer treatment. It involves the careful placement of radioactive materials in or near the tumor. This helps to destroy cancer cells while minimizing damage to healthy tissues. It's a precise and targeted approach.

This service was performed 19 times for 19 patients

Injection of biodegradable material next to prostate

This procedure involves the introduction of a biodegradable substance near a gland located in the lower abdomen. This substance helps to create a barrier between the gland and nearby tissues, aiding in the precise delivery of treatment to the intended area.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

Insertion of needle or tube into prostate for radiation therapy

This procedure involves placing a fine needle or small tube into a gland located in the lower part of your body. It's done to deliver radiation therapy directly to the area, helping to treat conditions effectively. It's performed by a trained professional.

This service was performed 21 times for 21 patients

Insertion of stent in ureter using an endoscope

This procedure involves placing a small, flexible tube (stent) in your body's drainage system to help urine flow from the kidneys to the bladder. An endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera, is used for precise placement.

This service was performed 20 times for 15 patients

Shock wave crushing of kidney stones

Shock wave crushing of kidney stones, also known as Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL), is a non-invasive treatment. It involves the use of sound waves to break down kidney stones into small pieces that can easily pass through your urinary tract.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

CLIA Information

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988 applies to facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA Program sets standards for clinical laboratory testing and issues certificates. The NPI / CLIA crosswalk information for this NPI number is:

CLIA Number

05D2220423

Facility Type

Ambulatory Surgery Center

Certificate Effective Date

April 12, 2025

Certificate Expiration Date

April 11, 2027

Laboratory Director

MERSEDEH KARIMIAN

Certificate Type

Certificate of Waiver

Certificate Type Description

This CLIA certificate is issued to Palm Valley Surgical Center, Inc to perform only waived tests. CLIA defines waived tests as simple tests with a low risk for an incorrect result. Waived tests include certain tests listed in CLIA regulations, tests cleared by the FDA for home use and tests approved by the FDA for waived status and that meet CLIA waiver criteria.

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