Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jayawardena, Hospitalist in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Erosha Jayawardena, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Jayawardena is fluent in English, Sinhala, and Sinhalese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jayawardena’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jayawardena’s office at (404) 265-4919.
What languages does Dr. Jayawardena speak?
Dr. Jayawardena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Sinhala
Sinhalese
What conditions does Dr. Jayawardena treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Jayawardena 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. Jayawardena. 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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Low Blood Pressure
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Postural Hypotension
- Dizziness on Standing
- Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I951: Orthostatic hypotension
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
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 Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Falls
- Accidental Falls
- Unintentional Falls
- Falling Accidents
ICD-10 Codes:
- W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Jayawardena perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Erosha Jayawardena may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jayawardena's office.
Does Dr. Jayawardena accept my insurance?
Dr. Jayawardena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 265-4919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jayawardena accept in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Jayawardena in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Jayawardena's office located?
Dr. Erosha Jayawardena's Primary Practice
5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(404) 265-4919
What is Dr. Jayawardena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jayawardena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740410596.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jayawardena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jayawardena
What is Dr. Erosha Jayawardena's specialty?
Dr. Jayawardena is a Hospitalist near Kennesaw, GA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Jayawardena to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erosha Jayawardena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jayawardena is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center 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 Erosha Jayawardena accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?
Yes, Dr. Erosha Jayawardena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erosha Jayawardena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jayawardena's office at (404) 265-4919 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erosha Jayawardena?
Please contact Dr. Jayawardena's office at (404) 265-4919 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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