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Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan, MD

Porterville, CA

47 Years of Experience

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    Who is Dr. Seralathan, Surgeon in Porterville, CA?

    Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Porterville, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Seralathan graduated from Stanley Med College and completed his residency at PCOM/Bryn Mawr Hospital Program. Dr. Seralathan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Seralathan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Seralathan’s office at (559) 781-2000.

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

    • Residency: PCOM/Bryn Mawr Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Stanley Med Coll Madras Univ-Tamil Nadu | Stanley Med College | Madras Med College

    Is Dr. Seralathan board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Seralathan speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Seralathan treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Seralathan 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. Seralathan. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    What procedures does Dr. Seralathan perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Seralathan 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. Seralathan. 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal (Large)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Also known as:

    • Complicated Pilonidal Cyst Removal
    • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
    • Surgery for Pilonidal Cyst
    • Complex Pilonidal Cystectomy
    • Tailbone Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11772: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Armpit Lymph Node Removal
    • Axillary dissection
    • Superficial axillary lymphadenectomy
    • Underarm lymph node surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 38740: Axillary lymphadenectomy; superficial

    Also known as:

    • Vasectomy
    • Male Birth Control Surgery
    • Male Sterilization Procedure
    • Semen Analysis After Vasectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)

    Does Dr. Seralathan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Seralathan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 781-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Seralathan accept in Porterville, CA?

    Dr. Seralathan in Porterville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CBIZ

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Family Health Network

    • Humana

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Seralathan's office located?

    Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan's Primary Practice

    560 W Putnam Ave Ste 8

    Porterville, CA 93257

    (559) 781-2000

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    Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan's Practice 2

    400 E Oak Ave

    Visalia, CA 93291

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    Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan's Practice 3

    501 N Bridge St

    Visalia, CA 93291

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

    Dr. Seralathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174533319.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Seralathan?

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

    What is Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan's specialty?

    Dr. Seralathan is a Surgeon near Porterville, CA. 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. Seralathan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Seralathan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sierra View Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ramasamy Seralathan accepting new patients in Porterville, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Seralathan's office at (559) 781-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ramasamy Seralathan?

    Please contact Dr. Seralathan's office at (559) 781-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan have?

    Dr. Ramasamy Seralathan is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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