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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kandaswamy, Surgeon in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Raja Kandaswamy, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Kandaswamy completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Howard Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kandaswamy is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kandaswamy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kandaswamy’s office at (612) 273-8383.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kandaswamy?
Dr. Raja Kandaswamy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kandaswamy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant-Multi Organ, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Minneapolis/MN community, Dr. Kandaswamy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kandaswamy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Howard Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Kilpauk Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India
Is Dr. Kandaswamy board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Raja Kandaswamy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kandaswamy speak?
Dr. Kandaswamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Kandaswamy treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kandaswamy 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. Kandaswamy. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
What procedures does Dr. Kandaswamy perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kandaswamy 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. Kandaswamy. 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:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Fistula Ligation or Banding
- AV Fistula Closure
- Fistula Banding
- Angioaccess Revision
CPT Codes:
- 37607: Ligation or banding of angioaccess arteriovenous fistula
Also known as:
- Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
- AV fistula repair
- Dialysis graft revision
- Open AV fistula revision
CPT Codes:
- 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Removal of Abdominal Catheter
- Intraperitoneal catheter removal
- Tunneled catheter extraction
- Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal
CPT Codes:
- 49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Living Donor Kidney Removal (Laparoscopic)
- Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy
- Keyhole kidney removal for donation
- Minimally invasive kidney donation surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50547: Laparoscopy, surgical; donor nephrectomy (including cold preservation), from living donor
Does Dr. Kandaswamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Kandaswamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 273-8383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kandaswamy accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Kandaswamy in Minneapolis, MN 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Genesis Health System
HealthPartners
Medica
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Minnesota
State of Tennessee
Ucare
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Where is Dr. Kandaswamy's office located?
Dr. Raja Kandaswamy's Primary Practice
2512 S 7th St Fl 3
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(612) 273-8383
What is Dr. Kandaswamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kandaswamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710079645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kandaswamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kandaswamy
What is Dr. Raja Kandaswamy's specialty?
Dr. Kandaswamy is a Surgeon near Minneapolis, MN. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Kandaswamy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Raja Kandaswamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kandaswamy is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, United Hospital, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, MN 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 Raja Kandaswamy accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Raja Kandaswamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raja Kandaswamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kandaswamy's office at (612) 273-8383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raja Kandaswamy?
Please contact Dr. Kandaswamy's office at (612) 273-8383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raja Kandaswamy have?
Dr. Raja Kandaswamy is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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