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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunasekera, Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Nishani Gunasekera is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Gunasekera completed her residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Anesthesiology; Austin Med Educ Prog-Seton Hlt, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gunasekera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunasekera’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunasekera’s office at (714) 774-1450.
Where did Dr. Gunasekera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Anesthesiology; Austin Med Educ Prog-Seton Hlt, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Colombo, Facility Of Medicine
Is Dr. Gunasekera board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nishani Gunasekera is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Gunasekera speak?
Dr. Gunasekera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gunasekera typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gunasekera 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. Gunasekera. 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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gunasekera typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gunasekera 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. Gunasekera. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Gunasekera accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunasekera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 774-1450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunasekera accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gunasekera in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gunasekera's office located?
Dr. Nishani Gunasekera's Primary Practice
2411 Fountain View Dr Ste 200
Houston, TX 77057
(714) 774-1450
What is Dr. Gunasekera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunasekera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295885770.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunasekera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunasekera
What is Dr. Nishani Gunasekera's specialty?
Dr. Gunasekera is a Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Nishani Gunasekera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunasekera is affiliated with Ahmc Anaheim Regional 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nishani Gunasekera accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nishani Gunasekera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nishani Gunasekera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunasekera's office at (714) 774-1450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nishani Gunasekera?
Please contact Dr. Gunasekera's office at (714) 774-1450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nishani Gunasekera have?
Dr. Nishani Gunasekera is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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