21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wijesekera, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Hamden, CT?
Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hamden, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Wijesekera completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Wijesekera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wijesekera’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wijesekera’s office at (203) 315-6784.
Where did Dr. Wijesekera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Orthopedic Surgery
Is Dr. Wijesekera board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wijesekera speak?
Dr. Wijesekera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wijesekera treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Wijesekera 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. Wijesekera. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Idiopathic Scoliosis of the Lower Back
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
- Lumbar Scoliosis
- Lower Back Spinal Curve
- Idiopathic Lumbar Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
- M4126: Other idiopathic scoliosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Which procedures does Dr. Wijesekera perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wijesekera's office.
Does Dr. Wijesekera accept my insurance?
Dr. Wijesekera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 315-6784 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wijesekera accept in Hamden, CT?
Dr. Wijesekera in Hamden, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CarePartners of Connecticut
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wijesekera's office located?
Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera's Primary Practice
9 Washington Ave Ste 1A
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 315-6784
What is Dr. Wijesekera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wijesekera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073519583.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wijesekera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wijesekera
What is Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera's specialty?
Dr. Wijesekera is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Hamden, CT. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Wijesekera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wijesekera is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Midstate Medical Center, Griffin Hospital, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Hartford Hospital, Bridgeport Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
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Is Shirvinda Wijesekera accepting new patients in Hamden, CT?
Yes, Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wijesekera's office at (203) 315-6784 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shirvinda Wijesekera?
Please contact Dr. Wijesekera's office at (203) 315-6784 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera have?
Dr. Shirvinda Wijesekera is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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