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Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam, MD

Anesthesiologist

Anaheim, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam, Anesthesiologist in Anaheim, CA?

    Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Anaheim, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam’s office at (714) 774-1450.

    What languages does Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam speak?

    Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam 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. Perera-Thangaratnam. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Indigestion
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
    • Dyspepsia
    • Upset Stomach
    • Stomach Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K30: Functional dyspepsia

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 774-1450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam accept in Anaheim, CA?

    Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam in Anaheim, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam's office located?

    Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam's Primary Practice

    1111 W La Palma Ave

    Anaheim, CA 92801

    (714) 774-1450

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    Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam's Practice 2

    7901 Walker St

    La Palma, CA 90623

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    Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam's Practice 3

    1741 W Romneya Dr Ste F

    Anaheim, CA 92801

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

    Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144334228.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam?

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

    What is Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam's specialty?

    Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam is an Anesthesiologist near Anaheim, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center, Uci Health - Placentia Linda, Providence St. Jude Medical Center 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 Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam accepting new patients in Anaheim, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam's office at (714) 774-1450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dehiwalage Perera-Thangaratnam?

    Please contact Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam's office at (714) 774-1450 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam's office located?

    Dr. Perera-Thangaratnam's offices are located in Anaheim, CA and La Palma, CA.