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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunabushanam, Transplant Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Vikraman Gunabushanam is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gunabushanam is fluent in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunabushanam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunabushanam’s office at (412) 692-2001.
Is Dr. Gunabushanam board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Vikraman Gunabushanam is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gunabushanam speak?
Dr. Gunabushanam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
Telugu
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Gunabushanam typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Gunabushanam 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. Gunabushanam. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Immune System Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- Immunity Problems
- Immune System Dysfunction
- Immunological Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- D899: Disorder involving the immune mechanism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
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
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Gunabushanam typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Vikraman Gunabushanam may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Gunabushanam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gunabushanam accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunabushanam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 692-2001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunabushanam accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Gunabushanam in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
West Virginia United Health System
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Where is Dr. Gunabushanam's office located?
Dr. Vikraman Gunabushanam's Primary Practice
200 Lothrop St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 692-2001
What is Dr. Gunabushanam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunabushanam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326202888.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunabushanam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunabushanam
What is Dr. Vikraman Gunabushanam's specialty?
Dr. Gunabushanam is a Transplant Surgeon near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.
Is this Dr. Vikraman Gunabushanam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunabushanam is affiliated with Marietta Memorial Hospital, Indiana Regional Medical Center, Camc General Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth 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
When to see a Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vikraman Gunabushanam accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Vikraman Gunabushanam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vikraman Gunabushanam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunabushanam's office at (412) 692-2001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vikraman Gunabushanam?
Please contact Dr. Gunabushanam's office at (412) 692-2001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vikraman Gunabushanam have?
Dr. Vikraman Gunabushanam is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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