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Dr. Ragesh Thandassery, MD

Transplant Hepatologist, Gastroenterologist, Internist, Hepatologist

Little Rock, AR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thandassery, Transplant Hepatologist in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Ragesh Thandassery, MD is a Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR. Dr. Thandassery is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thandassery’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thandassery’s office at (501) 686-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Thandassery speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Thandassery typically treat?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Thandassery 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. Thandassery. 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:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Cryptogenic cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant Aftercare
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Liver Transplant
    • Post-liver transplant care
    • Liver recipient follow-up
    • Liver transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant

    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:

    • Liver Fibrosis
    • Liver Disease
    • Hepatic scarring
    • Scarred liver
    • Fibrotic liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7400: Hepatic fibrosis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Thandassery typically perform?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Thandassery 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. Thandassery. 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:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Also known as:

    • Lung Volume and Airway Resistance Test
    • Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
    • Body Plethysmography
    • Lung Volume Measurement
    • Airway Resistance Test
    • DLCO Test
    • Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
    • Lung Gas Exchange Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94726: Plethysmography for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, airway resistance
    • 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    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. Thandassery accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thandassery accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 686-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thandassery accept in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Thandassery in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thandassery's office located?

    Dr. Ragesh Thandassery's Primary Practice

    4301 W Markham St

    Little Rock, AR 72205

    (501) 686-8000

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    What is Dr. Thandassery's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Thandassery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073063913.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thandassery?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thandassery

    What is Dr. Ragesh Thandassery's specialty?

    Dr. Thandassery is a Transplant Hepatologist near Little Rock, AR.

    What does a Transplant Hepatologist do?

    An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes.

    Is Dr. Ragesh Thandassery affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thandassery is affiliated with Uams Medical Center, Saint Mary's Regional Health System, St. Bernards Medical Center 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 Dr. Ragesh Thandassery accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Ragesh Thandassery is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ragesh Thandassery offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thandassery's office at (501) 686-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ragesh Thandassery?

    Please contact Dr. Thandassery's office at (501) 686-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thandassery's office located?

    Dr. Thandassery's office is located in Little Rock, AR.