AR
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ranasinghe, Internist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Amara Ranasinghe is an Internist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Ranasinghe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ranasinghe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ranasinghe’s office at (704) 597-3500.
Where did Dr. Ranasinghe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Peradeniya- Sri Lanka
What languages does Dr. Ranasinghe speak?
Dr. Ranasinghe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ranasinghe treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ranasinghe 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. Ranasinghe. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Moderate Dementia with Anxiety
- Anxiety
- Dementia
- Moderate cognitive decline with anxiety
- Mid-stage dementia with anxiety
- Moderate memory loss with anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F03B4: Unspecified dementia, moderate, with anxiety
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease with Heel and Midfoot Ulcers in Left Leg
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD with Foot Sores
- Poor Circulation with Heel Wounds
- Artery Disease with Foot Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70244: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Which procedures does Dr. Ranasinghe perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Amara Ranasinghe 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. Ranasinghe's office.
Does Dr. Ranasinghe accept my insurance?
Dr. Ranasinghe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 597-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ranasinghe accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Ranasinghe in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Ranasinghe's office located?
Dr. Amara Ranasinghe's Primary Practice
8601 University East Dr
Charlotte, NC 28213
(704) 597-3500
What is Dr. Ranasinghe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ranasinghe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558326835.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ranasinghe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ranasinghe
What is Dr. Amara Ranasinghe's specialty?
Dr. Ranasinghe is a Internist near Charlotte, NC.
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. Ranasinghe to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Amara Ranasinghe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ranasinghe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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?
Explore 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 Amara Ranasinghe accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Amara Ranasinghe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amara Ranasinghe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ranasinghe's office at (704) 597-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amara Ranasinghe?
Please contact Dr. Ranasinghe's office at (704) 597-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Internist Near Charlotte, NC
HS
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Huma Siddiqui, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified.
Charlotte, NC
CC
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Clarence Coutts, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Charlotte, NC
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Karlton Pettis, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Charlotte, NC