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Who is Dr. Gunawardena, Internist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Chalana Gunawardena, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gunawardena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunawardena’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunawardena’s office at (513) 705-4754.
Is Dr. Gunawardena board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Chalana Gunawardena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gunawardena speak?
Dr. Gunawardena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gunawardena treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gunawardena 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. Gunawardena. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Gunawardena perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Chalana Gunawardena may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gunawardena's office.
Does Dr. Gunawardena accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunawardena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 705-4754 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunawardena accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Gunawardena in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CommuniCare Advantage
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gunawardena's office located?
Dr. Chalana Gunawardena's Primary Practice
3300 Mercy Health Blvd
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 705-4754
What is Dr. Gunawardena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunawardena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023276821.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunawardena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunawardena
What is Dr. Chalana Gunawardena's specialty?
Dr. Gunawardena is a Internist near Cincinnati, OH.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Gunawardena to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Chalana Gunawardena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gunawardena is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: The Jewish Hospital - Mercy Health. 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 Internist?
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Is Chalana Gunawardena accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Chalana Gunawardena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chalana Gunawardena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunawardena's office at (513) 705-4754 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chalana Gunawardena?
Please contact Dr. Gunawardena's office at (513) 705-4754 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chalana Gunawardena have?
Dr. Chalana Gunawardena is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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