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Dr. Nishan Rajaratnam, MD

Morristown, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rajaratnam, Infectious Disease Specialist in Morristown, NJ?

    Dr. Nishan Rajaratnam, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Morristown, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rajaratnam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rajaratnam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rajaratnam’s office at (973) 538-8837.

    What languages does Dr. Rajaratnam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Rajaratnam typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Rajaratnam 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. Rajaratnam. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Inhalation Pneumonia
    • Chemical Pneumonitis
    • Aspiration Lung Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Low Neutrophil Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Neutropenia
    • Low white blood cell count
    • Neutrophil deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D709: Neutropenia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Rajaratnam typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nishan Rajaratnam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Rajaratnam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Rajaratnam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rajaratnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 538-8837 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rajaratnam accept in Morristown, NJ?

    Dr. Rajaratnam in Morristown, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Rajaratnam's office located?

    Dr. Nishan Rajaratnam's Primary Practice

    100 Madison Ave

    Morristown, NJ 07960

    (973) 538-8837

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    Dr. Nishan Rajaratnam's Practice 2

    7600 River Rd

    North Bergen, NJ 07047

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    Dr. Nishan Rajaratnam's Practice 3

    220 Ridgedale Ave

    Florham Park, NJ 07932

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

    Dr. Rajaratnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972091171.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rajaratnam?

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

    What is Dr. Nishan Rajaratnam's specialty?

    Dr. Rajaratnam is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Morristown, NJ.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is this Dr. Nishan Rajaratnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rajaratnam is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, The Valley 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

    When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Nishan Rajaratnam accepting new patients in Morristown, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Nishan Rajaratnam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nishan Rajaratnam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rajaratnam's office at (973) 538-8837 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nishan Rajaratnam?

    Please contact Dr. Rajaratnam's office at (973) 538-8837 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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