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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ekanayake, Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Preethika Ekanayake, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ekanayake graduated from University of California. Dr. Ekanayake is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekanayake’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekanayake’s office at (619) 471-3814.
Where did Dr. Ekanayake go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Ekanayake speak?
Dr. Ekanayake and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Ekanayake typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Ekanayake 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. Ekanayake. 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Ekanayake typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Ekanayake 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. Ekanayake. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Ekanayake accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekanayake accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 471-3814 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekanayake accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ekanayake in San Diego, 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
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ekanayake's office located?
Dr. Preethika Ekanayake's Primary Practice
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 471-3814
What is Dr. Ekanayake's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekanayake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083922462.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekanayake?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekanayake
What is Dr. Preethika Ekanayake's specialty?
Dr. Ekanayake is a Endocrinologist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Preethika Ekanayake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ekanayake is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Grossmont 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
When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Preethika Ekanayake accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Preethika Ekanayake is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Preethika Ekanayake offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ekanayake's office at (619) 471-3814 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Preethika Ekanayake?
Please contact Dr. Ekanayake's office at (619) 471-3814 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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