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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunaratne, Internist in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Tarini Gunaratne, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Slidell, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gunaratne is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunaratne’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunaratne’s office at (504) 894-2881.
What languages does Dr. Gunaratne speak?
Dr. Gunaratne and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gunaratne treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Gunaratne 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. Gunaratne. 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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Gunaratne perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Tarini Gunaratne 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. Gunaratne's office.
Does Dr. Gunaratne accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunaratne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 894-2881 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunaratne accept in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Gunaratne in Slidell, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
Ochsner Health System
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gunaratne's office located?
Dr. Tarini Gunaratne's Primary Practice
100 Medical Center Dr
Slidell, LA 70461
(504) 894-2881
What is Dr. Gunaratne's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunaratne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730798992.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunaratne?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunaratne
What is Dr. Tarini Gunaratne's specialty?
Dr. Gunaratne is a Internist near Slidell, LA.
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. Gunaratne to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Tarini Gunaratne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunaratne is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Tarini Gunaratne accepting new patients in Slidell, LA?
Yes, Dr. Tarini Gunaratne is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tarini Gunaratne offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunaratne's office at (504) 894-2881 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tarini Gunaratne?
Please contact Dr. Gunaratne's office at (504) 894-2881 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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