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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kariyawasam, Internist in Danbury, CT?
Dr. Shashi Kariyawasam is an Internist, who primarily practices in Danbury, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kariyawasam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kariyawasam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kariyawasam’s office at (203) 770-4475.
What languages does Dr. Kariyawasam speak?
Dr. Kariyawasam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kariyawasam treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Kariyawasam 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. Kariyawasam. 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Kariyawasam perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shashi Kariyawasam may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kariyawasam's office.
Does Dr. Kariyawasam accept my insurance?
Dr. Kariyawasam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 770-4475 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kariyawasam accept in Danbury, CT?
Dr. Kariyawasam in Danbury, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kariyawasam's office located?
Dr. Shashi Kariyawasam's Primary Practice
24 Hospital Ave
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 770-4475
What is Dr. Kariyawasam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kariyawasam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902216088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kariyawasam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kariyawasam
What is Dr. Shashi Kariyawasam's specialty?
Dr. Kariyawasam is a Internist near Danbury, CT.
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.
Contact Dr. Kariyawasam to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shashi Kariyawasam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kariyawasam is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital 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 Shashi Kariyawasam accepting new patients in Danbury, CT?
Yes, Dr. Shashi Kariyawasam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shashi Kariyawasam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kariyawasam's office at (203) 770-4475 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shashi Kariyawasam?
Please contact Dr. Kariyawasam's office at (203) 770-4475 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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