35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bakthavatsalam, Surgeon in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Bakthavatsalam graduated from Stanley Medical College/University Hospital and completed his residency at District General Hospital. Dr. Bakthavatsalam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bakthavatsalam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bakthavatsalam’s office at (206) 543-8606.
Where did Dr. Bakthavatsalam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UW - Dept. of Surgery | UW - Dept. of Surgery
Residency: District General Hospital | St. Margaret's Hospital | Old Church Hospital | The Whittington Hospital | Beaumont Hospitals | Beaumont Hospital | Beaumont Hospital | District General Hospital | Old Church Hospital | St. Margaret's Hospital | Whittington Hospital
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Stanley Medical College/University Hospital
What languages does Dr. Bakthavatsalam speak?
Dr. Bakthavatsalam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Bakthavatsalam typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Bakthavatsalam 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. Bakthavatsalam. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Kidney Donation
- Organ Donation
- Living kidney donation
- Deceased kidney donation
- Renal donation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z524: Kidney donor
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 Surgeon like Dr. Bakthavatsalam typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Bakthavatsalam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bakthavatsalam accept my insurance?
Dr. Bakthavatsalam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 543-8606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bakthavatsalam accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Bakthavatsalam in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bakthavatsalam's office located?
What is Dr. Bakthavatsalam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bakthavatsalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609951433.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bakthavatsalam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bakthavatsalam
What is Dr. Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam's specialty?
Dr. Bakthavatsalam is a Surgeon near Seattle, WA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bakthavatsalam is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bakthavatsalam's office at (206) 543-8606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam?
Please contact Dr. Bakthavatsalam's office at (206) 543-8606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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