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Dr. Ruban Nirmalan, MD

Lafayette, IN

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nirmalan, Surgeon in Lafayette, IN?

    Dr. Ruban Nirmalan, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lafayette, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Nirmalan graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St John Hospital and Medical Center Program. Dr. Nirmalan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nirmalan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nirmalan’s office at (765) 448-8000.

    Where did Dr. Nirmalan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: St John Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Nirmalan board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ruban Nirmalan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Nirmalan speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Nirmalan treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Nirmalan 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. Nirmalan. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Belly Button Hernia
    • Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
    • Gallbladder problems
    • Biliary tract disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis
    • K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Cyst
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal cyst
    • Pilonidal sinus
    • Tailbone cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess

    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:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Bariatric Surgery Status
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery History
    • Gastric Bypass Status
    • Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

    Which procedures does Dr. Nirmalan perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Ruban Nirmalan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nirmalan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nirmalan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (765) 448-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nirmalan accept in Lafayette, IN?

    Dr. Nirmalan in Lafayette, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Indiana University Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nirmalan's office located?

    Dr. Ruban Nirmalan's Primary Practice

    2600 Greenbush St

    Lafayette, IN 47904

    (765) 448-8000

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    Dr. Ruban Nirmalan's Practice 2

    2403 Loy Dr

    Lafayette, IN 47909

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    Dr. Ruban Nirmalan's Practice 3

    5177 McCarty Ln

    Colburn, IN 47905

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ruban Nirmalan?

    Dr. Nirmalan has appointments available at his Lafayette, IN office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Nirmalan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245323153.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nirmalan?

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

    What is Dr. Ruban Nirmalan's specialty?

    Dr. Nirmalan is a Surgeon near Lafayette, IN. 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. Nirmalan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruban Nirmalan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nirmalan is affiliated with Iu Health Arnett Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Surgeon?

    Explore Surgeon with 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 Ruban Nirmalan accepting new patients in Lafayette, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Ruban Nirmalan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruban Nirmalan offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nirmalan, or call (765) 448-8000 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruban Nirmalan?

    Please contact Dr. Nirmalan's office at (765) 448-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruban Nirmalan have?

    Dr. Ruban Nirmalan is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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