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Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran, MD, PHD

Transplant Hepatologist, Hepatologist, Internist, Gastroenterologist

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dhanasekaran, Transplant Hepatologist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran, MD, PHD is a Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Dhanasekaran is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhanasekaran’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhanasekaran’s office at (650) 498-7878.

    Is Dr. Dhanasekaran board certified as a Transplant Hepatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dhanasekaran speak?

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

    • English
    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Dhanasekaran typically treat?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Dhanasekaran 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. Dhanasekaran. 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:

    • Liver Disease
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • Hepatic illness
    • Liver condition
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K769: Liver disease, unspecified
    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NASH
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
    • Fatty liver inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)

    What procedures does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Dhanasekaran typically perform?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Dhanasekaran 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. Dhanasekaran. 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:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • EGD with Band Ligation
    • Esophageal Varices Banding
    • Gastric Varices Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Dhanasekaran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dhanasekaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-7878 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dhanasekaran accept in Stanford, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Dhanasekaran's office located?

    Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 498-7878

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    Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran's Practice 2

    5555 W Las Positas Blvd

    Pleasanton, CA 94588

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    Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran's Practice 3

    420 Broadway St

    Redwood City, CA 94063

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

    Dr. Dhanasekaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609008143.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhanasekaran?

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

    What is Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran's specialty?

    Dr. Dhanasekaran is a Transplant Hepatologist near Stanford, CA.

    What does a Transplant Hepatologist do?

    An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes.

    Is Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dhanasekaran is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Renown Regional Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dhanasekaran's office at (650) 498-7878 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran?

    Please contact Dr. Dhanasekaran's office at (650) 498-7878 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dhanasekaran's office located?

    Dr. Dhanasekaran's offices are located in Stanford, CA, Pleasanton, CA, and Redwood City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran have?

    Dr. Renumathy Dhanasekaran is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.