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Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS

(279 Ratings)

Specializes in: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Prosthodontics (Tooth Repair and Replacement)

Professional interests include: craniofacial surgery, dental implant surgery, cleft lip and palate, and more.

111 N 175th Street
Omaha, NE 68118

(402) 559-5999

Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS is an oral surgeon in Omaha, NE specializing in oral and maxillofacial surgery and prosthodontics (tooth repair and replacement). Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS is affiliated with Nebraska Medicine.

Office Locations

Nebraska Medicine

111 N 175th Street
Omaha, NE 68118

(402) 559-5999

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4014 Leavenworth Street
Omaha, NE 68105

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988102 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198

(402) 559-5999

(402) 559-3499

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Some issues Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS can help you with:

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ)

TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joint, the little round joint that lies in front of the ear between the temporal bone ( the cheek bone) and the mandible (the lower jaw.) Often people use the acronym 'TMJ' to refer to temporomandibular joint dysfunction or disorder - that is, pain and stiffness in this joint and the muscles around it.

TMJ can cause a wide variety of symptoms related to the movement of the jaw. They can include earaches, headaches, an inability to open the mouth very far, painful clicking or popping noises when chewing or talking, and stiffness or pain in the jaw, face, or neck. Sometimes TMJ symptoms seem to go in cycles, getting better or going away for a while only to come back again. Symptoms can be mild and not very bothersome, or so persistent and painful as to be almost debilitating.

There can be many potential causes of TMJ. An injury or trauma to the jaw, arthritis, or grinding the teeth can all contribute to TMJ. The temporomandibular joint contains a small disc of cartilage that allows it to move smoothly, and this disc can become dislocated or torn. Sometimes the cause is unknown. There are no standard tests for TMJ, and it can be difficult to diagnose and treat.

Mild cases of TMJ may benefit from self-care such as eating soft foods, practicing stress management techniques, and applying ice packs to the jaw. NSAIDS, such as ibuprofen, can be purchased without a prescription and work to reduce pain and inflammation. Some dentists and occupational therapists can suggest stretching techniques for the jaw which may help relieve stiffness. More serious cases may require a form of splinting called a stabilization splint or bite plate, which helps reduce pressure on the joint. Extreme cases may benefit from arthroscopic surgery on the joint.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS treated as an oral surgeon in Omaha, NE during 2012 were X-rays.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	29
X-rays	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	47

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	36

**Age**
From 65 to 74	24
From 75 to 84	17
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS in 2013

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	68

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	42

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS in 2014

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	99

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	112

**Age**
From 65 to 74	100
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS in 2015

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	113

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	47
Female	50

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	25
85 and over	12
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS in 2016

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	24
Dementia	14
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	78

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	42
Female	58

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	27
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS in 2017

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	21
Dementia	14
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS treated as an oral surgeon in Omaha, NE during 2018 were X-rays.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	153
X-rays	17

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	65
Female	75

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	17
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS in 2018

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	24
Dementia	14
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	123

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	50
Female	77

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	108
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	55
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	12
Less than 65	26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS in 2019

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	31
Dementia	17
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	68

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	42

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	69
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	37
From 75 to 84	23
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS in 2020

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	14
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS treated as an oral surgeon in Omaha, NE during 2021 were X-rays.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	103
X-rays	18

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	35
Female	56

**Age**
From 65 to 74	48
From 75 to 84	22
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS in 2021

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS treated as an oral surgeon in Omaha, NE during 2022 were X-rays.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	44
X-rays	15

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	28
Female	50

**Age**
From 65 to 74	39
From 75 to 84	17
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS in 2022

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	26
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS treated as an oral surgeon in Omaha, NE were X-rays.

doctor visit	84
X-rays	15

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS.

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	54

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	16
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	21
85 and over	3
Less than 65	8
65 to 74	44

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	2
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	25
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

Education & Training

He completed residency at Dentistry,: CUMC School of Medicine. He is certified by the Board Certification: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and has a state license in Nebraska.

Residency: Dentistry,: CUMC School of Medicine (1993)

Board Certification: Board Certification: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Licensed In: Nebraska

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Nebraska Medicine

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Insurance Accepted by Affiliated Medical Group or Hospital:

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska: BSCSNE Student Blue

UnitedHealthcare: Optum VA Community Care Network (CCN)

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska: BCBSNE Network Blue

Medicare Advantage: Molina Iowa Medicare Advantage (Beginning Jan. 1, 2026)

Medicaid Iowa: Wellpoint Iowa

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska: BSCSNE BlueCard PPO

Midlands Choice: Commercial plans

Aetna Healthcare: Aetna High Performance Network (Nebraska Health Network)

Aetna Healthcare: Aetna (Broad Network)

UnitedHealthcare: Medica

Medicaid Nebraska: Nebraska Medicaid

Medicare Advantage: Medica Advantage Solution

Medicare Advantage: HumanaChoice (PPO) Medicare Advantage

Medicaid Nebraska: Molina Nebraska DSNP

Medicare Advantage: BCBSNE Medicare Advantage Choice (HMO-POS)

Nebraska Furniture Mart Employee Plan Tier 1

Medicaid Iowa: Molina Iowa Medicaid

Aetna Healthcare: First Health (except "First Health Professionals Only")

Medicaid Nebraska: Every Woman Matters

Medicaid Nebraska: UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Nebraska

Humana: Humana One PPO

Medicare Advantage: UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage

Medica: Medica Commercial

Tricare West: Tricare West for Life

UnitedHealthcare: United Medical Resources

Medicare Advantage: Medica Prime Solution Total Cost Medicare Advantage

Medicare Advantage: Aetna Medicare Premium Advantra (PPO)

Medicare Advantage: WellCare by Nebraska Total Care Medicare Advantage

Ambetter: Ambetter

Medicaid Kansas: Sunflower Health

UnitedHealthcare: UnitedHealthcare

Medicaid Iowa: Iowa Medicaid

MultiPlan: MultiPlan (Does not include PHCS)

Century Health Solutions: Century Health Solutions

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska: BSCSNE BlueCard HMO (only with suitcase logo)

UnitedHealthcare: NexusACO

UnitedHealthcare: Golden Rule

Medicare: Medicare Part A & B

Medica: Medica Insure

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska: BCBSNE Federal Plan

Tricare West: Tricare West Prime

Medicare Advantage: Aetna Medicare Premier Advantra (PPO)

Medicare Advantage: BCBSNE Medicare Advantage Core (HMO)

Aetna Healthcare: Aetna Signature Administrators

Medicaid Kansas: AmeriGroup Kansas

Wellmark of Iowa: Wellmark Blue HMO

UnitedHealthcare: Oxford Health

Medicaid Kansas: UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Kansas

Tricare West: Tricare West Active Duty

Medicaid Iowa: Iowa Total Care

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska: BSCSNE Select Blue

Medicare Advantage: WellCare Iowa Medicare Advantage

Midwest Network Alliance

Medicaid Iowa: Iowa Care for Yourself

Medica: Medica Elevate

Medicare Advantage: Humana Gold (HMO) Medicare Advantage

Medicaid Nebraska: Molina Nebraska Medicaid

University of Nebraska Employee Plan Enhanced Tier

Medicare Advantage: Aetna Medicare Elite Advantra (PPO)

Humana: Humana Choice Care

Medicaid Nebraska: Nebraska Total Care

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 279 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS from all over the web to help you find the right in Omaha, NE.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Valmont P. Desa, MD, DDS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AXOGEN	$1,073 NERVE CUFF $1,073
Nobel Biocare USA	$187 Branemark $111	Dental Implant $53	NobelActive $22
KLS Martin L.P.	$107 Surgical Planning $107
Stryker Corporation	$55 NA $29	VSP SYSTEM, VSP CRANIAL $26
Carestream Dental, LLC	$20 $20
Other	$32 BioHorizons Dental Implants $17	$15

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$670
Food and Beverage	$667
Education	$137

Biography

Dr. Valmont Desa's specialties are prosthodontics (tooth repair and replacement) and oral and maxillofacial surgery. He is a graduate of the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. His areas of expertise include the following: cleft lip and palate, dental implant surgery, and temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). On average, patients gave Dr. Desa a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Desa is professionally affiliated with Nebraska Medicine.