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Dr. Ruwanthi Wijesinghe, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wijesinghe, Cardiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ruwanthi Wijesinghe, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wijesinghe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wijesinghe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wijesinghe’s office at (212) 844-8823.

    What languages does Dr. Wijesinghe speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Wijesinghe typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Wijesinghe 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. Wijesinghe. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    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

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Wijesinghe typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruwanthi Wijesinghe may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wijesinghe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wijesinghe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wijesinghe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 844-8823 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wijesinghe accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Wijesinghe in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wijesinghe's office located?

    Dr. Ruwanthi Wijesinghe's Primary Practice

    10 Union Sq E

    New York, NY 10003

    (212) 844-8823

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    Dr. Ruwanthi Wijesinghe's Practice 2

    177 Fort Washington Ave

    New York, NY 10032

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    Dr. Ruwanthi Wijesinghe's Practice 3

    132 Greenpoint Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11222

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

    Dr. Wijesinghe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568704179.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wijesinghe?

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

    What is Dr. Ruwanthi Wijesinghe's specialty?

    Dr. Wijesinghe is a Cardiologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is this Dr. Ruwanthi Wijesinghe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wijesinghe is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Mount Sinai West, Lenox Hill Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore 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 Ruwanthi Wijesinghe accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ruwanthi Wijesinghe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruwanthi Wijesinghe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wijesinghe's office at (212) 844-8823 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruwanthi Wijesinghe?

    Please contact Dr. Wijesinghe's office at (212) 844-8823 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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