19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mohanasundaram, Pulmonologist in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Uma Mohanasundaram is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Mohanasundaram graduated from Annamalai University, Rajah Muthiah Medical College and completed her residency at Kaiser Foundation Hospital. Dr. Mohanasundaram is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mohanasundaram’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mohanasundaram’s office at (408) 851-1000.
Where did Dr. Mohanasundaram go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University School of Medicine,Stanford, Ca, United States
Residency: Kaiser Foundation Hospital
Medical School: Annamalai University, Rajah Muthiah Medical College | Annamalai University, Rajah Muthiah Medical College
Is Dr. Mohanasundaram board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Uma Mohanasundaram is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mohanasundaram speak?
Dr. Mohanasundaram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mohanasundaram typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mohanasundaram 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. Mohanasundaram. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mohanasundaram typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mohanasundaram 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. Mohanasundaram. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Does Dr. Mohanasundaram accept my insurance?
Dr. Mohanasundaram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 851-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mohanasundaram accept in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Mohanasundaram in Santa Clara, 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mohanasundaram's office located?
Dr. Uma Mohanasundaram's Primary Practice
700 Lawrence Expy
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 851-1000
What is Dr. Mohanasundaram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mohanasundaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679760268.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mohanasundaram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mohanasundaram
What is Dr. Uma Mohanasundaram's specialty?
Dr. Mohanasundaram is a Pulmonologist near Santa Clara, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Uma Mohanasundaram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mohanasundaram is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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
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Is Uma Mohanasundaram accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Uma Mohanasundaram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uma Mohanasundaram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mohanasundaram's office at (408) 851-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uma Mohanasundaram?
Please contact Dr. Mohanasundaram's office at (408) 851-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Uma Mohanasundaram have?
Dr. Uma Mohanasundaram is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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