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Who is Dr. Ganta, Thoracic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Srujan Ganta, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Ganta is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ganta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ganta’s office at (858) 966-5855.
What languages does Dr. Ganta speak?
Dr. Ganta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ganta treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ganta 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. Ganta. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Underdeveloped Aorta
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- Small Aorta
- Hypoplastic Aorta
- Narrow Aorta
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q2542: Hypoplasia of aorta
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
What procedures does Dr. Ganta perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ganta 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. Ganta. 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:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Children under 5)
- Tunneled Central Line Placement
- Pediatric Central Venous Access
- IV Line for Young Children
- Central Line for Kids
CPT Codes:
- 36557: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; younger than 5 years of age
Also known as:
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- Repeat Heart Bypass or Valve Surgery
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
- VSD Repair
- Hole in Heart Repair
- Ventricular Septal Defect Closure
- Coronary Artery Bypass Reoperation
- Heart Valve Reoperation
- Second Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
- 33681: Closure of single ventricular septal defect, with or without patch;
- 33530: Reoperation, coronary artery bypass procedure or valve procedure, more than 1 month after original operation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Repair of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) by Ligation
- Complete Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot with Pulmonary Atresia
- PDA Ligation
- Close PDA
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus Surgery
- TOF Repair with Pulmonary Atresia
- Complex Congenital Heart Surgery
- Ventricular Septal Defect Closure with Conduit
CPT Codes:
- 33820: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Ligation
- 33697: Complete Repair Tetralogy Of Fallot With Pulmonary Atresia Including Construction Of Conduit From Right Ventricle To Pulmonary Artery And Closure Of Ventricular Septal Defect
Also known as:
- Repair of Holes in the Heart
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- ASD/VSD Repair
- Congenital Heart Defect Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33647: Repair of atrial septal defect and ventricular septal defect, with direct or patch closure
Also known as:
- Aortic Arch Repair with Heart-Lung Machine
- Hypoplastic Aortic Arch Repair
- Interrupted Aortic Arch Surgery
- Aortic Arch Reconstruction with Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 33853: Repair Of Hypoplastic Or Interrupted Aortic Arch Using Autogenous Or Prosthetic Material; With Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Also known as:
- Repair of Lung Artery Problems with Heart-Lung Machine
- Pulmonary Artery Unifocalization
- Lung Artery Reconstruction
- Heart-Lung Bypass for Artery Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33926: Repair of pulmonary artery arborization anomalies by unifocalization; with cardiopulmonary bypass
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Heart Valve Repair
- Tricuspid Valvuloplasty
- Heart Valve Reshaping
- Tricuspid Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33463: Valvuloplasty, tricuspid valve; without ring insertion
Also known as:
- Aorta Narrowing Repair
- Coarctation of Aorta Excision
- Aortic Coarctation Repair
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33840: Excision Of Coarctation Of Aorta, With Or Without Associated Patent Ductus Arteriosus; With Direct Anastomosis
Also known as:
- Open Lung Biopsy
- Thoracotomy for Lung Biopsy
- Lung Nodule Biopsy (Open)
- Chest Incision for Lung Sample
CPT Codes:
- 32097: Thoracotomy, with diagnostic biopsy(ies) of lung nodule(s) or mass(es) (eg, wedge, incisional), unilateral
Also known as:
- Breastbone Closure After Surgery
- Sternotomy Closure
- Breastbone Repair
- Median Sternotomy Fix
CPT Codes:
- 21750: Closure of median sternotomy separation with or without debridement (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Ganta accept my insurance?
Dr. Ganta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ganta accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ganta 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
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ganta's office located?
Dr. Srujan Ganta's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-5855
What is Dr. Ganta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ganta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265071005.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ganta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ganta
What is Dr. Srujan Ganta's specialty?
Dr. Ganta is a Thoracic Surgeon near San Diego, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Ganta to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Srujan Ganta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ganta is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Srujan Ganta accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Srujan Ganta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Srujan Ganta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ganta's office at (858) 966-5855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Srujan Ganta?
Please contact Dr. Ganta's office at (858) 966-5855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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