17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Gunasekera, Cardiologist in Ocala, FL?
Dr. Lushantha Gunasekera, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Ocala, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gunasekera graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Orlando Health. Dr. Gunasekera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunasekera’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunasekera’s office at (321) 841-6444.
Where did Dr. Gunasekera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: SUNY at Buffalo
Residency: Orlando Health | Orlando Health Program
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
Is Dr. Gunasekera board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Lushantha Gunasekera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gunasekera speak?
Dr. Gunasekera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gunasekera treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Gunasekera diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Gunasekera. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Other Types of Angina
- Angina
- Atypical Angina
- Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I208: Other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Gunasekera perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lushantha Gunasekera may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gunasekera's office.
Does Dr. Gunasekera accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunasekera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 841-6444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunasekera accept in Ocala, FL?
Dr. Gunasekera in Ocala, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Freedom Health
MagnaCare Rx
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gunasekera's office located?
Dr. Lushantha Gunasekera's Primary Practice
2111 SW 20th Pl
Ocala, FL 34471
(321) 841-6444
What is Dr. Gunasekera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunasekera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033380548.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunasekera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunasekera
What is Dr. Lushantha Gunasekera's specialty?
Dr. Gunasekera is a Cardiologist near Ocala, FL. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Gunasekera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lushantha Gunasekera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gunasekera is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Lushantha Gunasekera accepting new patients in Ocala, FL?
Yes, Dr. Lushantha Gunasekera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lushantha Gunasekera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunasekera's office at (321) 841-6444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lushantha Gunasekera?
Please contact Dr. Gunasekera's office at (321) 841-6444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lushantha Gunasekera have?
Dr. Lushantha Gunasekera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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