Who is Dr. Abeysekera, Psychiatrist in South Setauket, NY?
Where did Dr. Abeysekera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Stony Brook University School of Medicine | University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Abeysekera speak?
Dr. Abeysekera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Arabic
- English
- Sinhala; Sinhalese
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Abeysekera typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Abeysekera 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. Abeysekera. 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:
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Anxiety from Medical Condition
- Anxiety
- Secondary anxiety disorder
- Organic anxiety
- Physical illness causing anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F064: Anxiety disorder due to known physiological condition
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Abeysekera typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Shiranee Abeysekera may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Abeysekera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Abeysekera accept my insurance?
Dr. Abeysekera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 698-9504 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abeysekera accept in South Setauket, NY?
Dr. Abeysekera in South Setauket, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Abeysekera's office located?
Dr. Shiranee Abeysekera's Primary Practice
3771 Nesconset Hwy Ste 211B
South Setauket, NY 11720
(631) 698-9504
What is Dr. Abeysekera's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abeysekera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427155480.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abeysekera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abeysekera
What is Dr. Shiranee Abeysekera's specialty?
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.