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Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake, MD

Weeki Wachee, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ekanayake, Internist in Weeki Wachee, FL?

    Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Weeki Wachee, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ekanayake graduated from Faculty Of Med University Of Colombo Sri Lanka and completed his residency at St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital. Dr. Ekanayake is fluent in English, Sinhala, and Sinhalese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekanayake’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekanayake’s office at (352) 596-7580.

    Where did Dr. Ekanayake go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital

    • Medical School: Faculty Of Med University Of Colombo Sri Lanka | University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ekanayake board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ekanayake speak?

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

    • English

    • Sinhala

    • Sinhalese

    What conditions does Dr. Ekanayake treat?

    As a Internist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Healthy Weight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues
    • Normal Weight
    • Body Mass Index
    • Optimal Weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
    • Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
    • Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
    • Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Body Fat
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult

    Which procedures does Dr. Ekanayake perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ekanayake's office.

    Does Dr. Ekanayake accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ekanayake accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 596-7580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ekanayake accept in Weeki Wachee, FL?

    Dr. Ekanayake in Weeki Wachee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Steward Health Choice

    • Ultimate Health Plans

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ekanayake's office located?

    Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake's Primary Practice

    10045 Cortez Blvd Ste 122

    Weeki Wachee, FL 34613

    (352) 596-7580

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    Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake's Practice 2

    3021 Commercial Way

    Spring Hill, FL 34606

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    Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake's Practice 3

    6719 Gall Blvd

    Zephyrhills, FL 33542

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    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 1013073188.

    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. Dhammika Ekanayake's specialty?

    Dr. Ekanayake is a Internist near Weeki Wachee, FL.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ekanayake is affiliated with AdventHealth Tampa 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dhammika Ekanayake accepting new patients in Weeki Wachee, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ekanayake's office at (352) 596-7580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dhammika Ekanayake?

    Please contact Dr. Ekanayake's office at (352) 596-7580 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake have?

    Dr. Dhammika Ekanayake is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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