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Dr. Chanaka Seneviratne, MD

Brooklyn, NY

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Seneviratne, Critical Care Internist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Chanaka Seneviratne, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Seneviratne graduated from University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Seneviratne is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Seneviratne’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Seneviratne’s office at (718) 283-8380.

    Where did Dr. Seneviratne go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Colombo, Facility Of Medicine | Med School University Colombo | University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Seneviratne speak?

    Dr. Seneviratne and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Seneviratne treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Seneviratne 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. Seneviratne. 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:

    • Septic Shock
    • Sepsis
    • Shock
    • Severe blood poisoning with shock
    • Septic collapse
    • Infection-induced shock
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Inhalation Pneumonia
    • Chemical Pneumonitis
    • Aspiration Lung Infection
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
    • DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Dependence on Ventilator
    • Respirator Dependence
    • Breathing Machine Reliance
    • Long-term Ventilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status

    Also known as:

    • Acidosis
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Acidic Blood
    • High Acidity in Body

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8720: Acidosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Seneviratne perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Chanaka Seneviratne may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Seneviratne's office.

    Does Dr. Seneviratne accept my insurance?

    Dr. Seneviratne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-8380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Seneviratne accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Seneviratne in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Seneviratne's office located?

    Dr. Chanaka Seneviratne's Primary Practice

    953 49th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11219

    (718) 283-8380

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    Dr. Chanaka Seneviratne's Practice 2

    4802 10th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11219

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    What is Dr. Seneviratne's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Seneviratne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558474619.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Seneviratne?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Seneviratne

    What is Dr. Chanaka Seneviratne's specialty?

    Dr. Seneviratne is a Critical Care Internist near Brooklyn, NY. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Seneviratne to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chanaka Seneviratne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Seneviratne is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Medical Center. 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 Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Chanaka Seneviratne accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Chanaka Seneviratne is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chanaka Seneviratne offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Seneviratne's office at (718) 283-8380 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chanaka Seneviratne?

    Please contact Dr. Seneviratne's office at (718) 283-8380 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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