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Dr. Samantha Nanayakkara, MD

Burbank, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nanayakkara, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Burbank, CA?

    Dr. Samantha Nanayakkara, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Burbank, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Nanayakkara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nanayakkara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nanayakkara’s office at (323) 409-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Nanayakkara speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nanayakkara treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nanayakkara 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. Nanayakkara. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Nanayakkara perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Samantha Nanayakkara may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nanayakkara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nanayakkara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 409-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nanayakkara accept in Burbank, CA?

    Dr. Nanayakkara in Burbank, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Nanayakkara's office located?

    Dr. Samantha Nanayakkara's Primary Practice

    501 S Buena Vista St

    Burbank, CA 91505

    (323) 409-1000

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    Dr. Samantha Nanayakkara's Practice 2

    2051 Marengo St

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

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

    Dr. Nanayakkara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760001127.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nanayakkara?

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

    What is Dr. Samantha Nanayakkara's specialty?

    Dr. Nanayakkara is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Burbank, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Nanayakkara to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Samantha Nanayakkara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nanayakkara is affiliated with Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian 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

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    Is Samantha Nanayakkara accepting new patients in Burbank, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Samantha Nanayakkara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samantha Nanayakkara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nanayakkara's office at (323) 409-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samantha Nanayakkara?

    Please contact Dr. Nanayakkara's office at (323) 409-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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