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Dr. Saman Ratnayake, MD

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Dr. Saman Ratnayake, MD

Bakersfield, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ratnayake, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Saman Ratnayake, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ratnayake completed his residency at Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ratnayake is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratnayake’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratnayake’s office at (661) 377-3777.

    Where did Dr. Ratnayake go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica

    Is Dr. Ratnayake board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Saman Ratnayake, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ratnayake speak?

    Dr. Ratnayake and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ratnayake treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Ratnayake 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. Ratnayake. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Special Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    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:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Ratnayake perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Saman Ratnayake may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ratnayake's office.

    Does Dr. Ratnayake accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ratnayake accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 377-3777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ratnayake accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Ratnayake in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • GEMCare

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • United American / Torchmark

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ratnayake's office located?

    Dr. Saman Ratnayake's Primary Practice

    7879 Rosedale Hwy Ste 100

    Bakersfield, CA 93308

    (661) 377-3777

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    Dr. Saman Ratnayake's Practice 2

    6001 Truxtun Ave Ste 240

    Bakersfield, CA 93309

    (661) 323-3280

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    Dr. Saman Ratnayake's Practice 3

    575 N Thompson Rd

    Tipton, CA 93272

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 2 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    70% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Saman Ratnayake an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Ratnayake has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Ratnayake, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Ratnayake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962506469.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratnayake?

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

    What is Dr. Saman Ratnayake's specialty?

    Dr. Ratnayake is a Internist near Bakersfield, CA.

    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. Ratnayake to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Saman Ratnayake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ratnayake is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Bakersfield Memorial 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

    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 Saman Ratnayake accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Saman Ratnayake is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saman Ratnayake offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ratnayake's office at (661) 377-3777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Saman Ratnayake?

    Please contact Dr. Ratnayake's office at (661) 377-3777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Saman Ratnayake have?

    Dr. Saman Ratnayake is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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