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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De Silva, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Disentuwahandi De Silva is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. De Silva is currently affiliated with Brigham & Womens Hospital. Dr. De Silva is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Sinhala; Sinhalese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De Silva’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De Silva’s office at (617) 732-6389.
What languages does Dr. De Silva speak?
Dr. De Silva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Sinhala; Sinhalese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. De Silva typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. De Silva 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. De Silva. 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:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels
- Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Complicated Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis
- Colonic Crohn's Disease
- Large Bowel Crohn's with Issues
- Complicated Crohn's Colitis
- Colonic Crohn's with Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K50818: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with other complication
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
- K50118: Crohn's disease of large intestine with other complication
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:
- Collagenous Colitis
- Colonic Disease
- Microscopic Colitis
- Chronic Diarrhea Colitis
- Inflammatory Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K52831: Collagenous colitis
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. De Silva typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. De Silva 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. De Silva. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. De Silva accept my insurance?
Dr. De Silva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-6389 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De Silva accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. De Silva in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. De Silva's office located?
What is Dr. De Silva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De Silva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568755288.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De Silva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De Silva
What is Dr. Disentuwahandi De Silva's specialty?
Dr. De Silva is a Internist near Boston, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Disentuwahandi De Silva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De Silva is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, The Miriam Hospital 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 Disentuwahandi De Silva accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Disentuwahandi De Silva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Disentuwahandi De Silva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De Silva's office at (617) 732-6389 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Disentuwahandi De Silva?
Please contact Dr. De Silva's office at (617) 732-6389 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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