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Who is Dr. Dassanayake, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Tamara Dassanayake, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Dassanayake graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Dassanayake is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dassanayake’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dassanayake’s office at (515) 288-3287.
Where did Dr. Dassanayake go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology | East Tennessee State University Program
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Dassanayake board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Dassanayake, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Dassanayake speak?
Dr. Dassanayake and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dassanayake treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Dassanayake 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. Dassanayake. 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:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- First Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
- Late pregnancy care
- Third trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in late pregnancy
- Early pregnancy care
- First trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in early pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
- Z3403: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3481: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, first trimester
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Prenatal Screening for Birth Defects
- Prenatal Screening for Uncertain Due Date
- Antenatal Malformation Screening
- Fetal Anomaly Scan
- Birth Defect Screening in Pregnancy
- Antenatal Dating Scan
- Pregnancy Dating Ultrasound
- Due Date Confirmation Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z363: Encounter for antenatal screening for malformations
- Z3687: Encounter for antenatal screening for uncertain dates
Also known as:
- Birth Control Shot Check-up
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Injectable contraceptive follow-up
- Depo-Provera monitoring
- Birth control injection check
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N938: Other specified abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Other Vaginal Disorder
- Vaginal Disease
- Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
- Specific Vaginal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma of uterus
- Myoma
- Fibromyoma
- Uterine leiomyoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D251: Intramural leiomyoma of uterus
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
Also known as:
- Cervical Length Screening
- Cervix measurement during pregnancy
- Screening for preterm labor risk
- Transvaginal ultrasound for cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3686: Encounter for antenatal screening for cervical length
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
What procedures does Dr. Dassanayake perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Dassanayake performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dassanayake. 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Also known as:
- Uterine Lining Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Uterine Biopsy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Sampling
CPT Codes:
- 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Uterus Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
- Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
- Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
- Peritoneal lesion fulguration
- Endometriosis removal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum visits
- Pregnancy check-ups
- Maternity care appointments
CPT Codes:
- 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Biodegradable Drug Implant
- Drug Delivery Device Removal
- Permanent Drug Implant Explant
- Non-Dissolving Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11982: Removal, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant
Also known as:
- Removal and Reinsertion of Drug Delivery Implant
- Drug Implant Exchange
- Non-Biodegradable Implant Replacement
- Medication Device Change
CPT Codes:
- 11983: Removal with reinsertion, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant
Does Dr. Dassanayake accept my insurance?
Dr. Dassanayake accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 288-3287 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dassanayake accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Dassanayake in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Dassanayake's office located?
Dr. Tamara Dassanayake's Primary Practice
330 Laurel St Ste 1100
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 288-3287
What is Dr. Dassanayake's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dassanayake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487752622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dassanayake?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dassanayake
What is Dr. Tamara Dassanayake's specialty?
Dr. Dassanayake is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Des Moines, IA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Dassanayake to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tamara Dassanayake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dassanayake is affiliated with MercyOne Des Moines 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 Tamara Dassanayake accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Dassanayake is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamara Dassanayake offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dassanayake's office at (515) 288-3287 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamara Dassanayake?
Please contact Dr. Dassanayake's office at (515) 288-3287 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tamara Dassanayake have?
Dr. Tamara Dassanayake is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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