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Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe, MD

Pulmonologist, Internist

Newhall, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wickramasinghe, Pulmonologist in Newhall, CA?

    Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Newhall, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wickramasinghe graduated from University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center Program. Dr. Wickramasinghe is fluent in English, Sinhala; Sinhalese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wickramasinghe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wickramasinghe’s office at (661) 254-7216.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wickramasinghe board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wickramasinghe speak?

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

    • English
    • Sinhala; Sinhalese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Wickramasinghe typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Wickramasinghe 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. Wickramasinghe. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Other Hypersomnia
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Unspecified Hypersomnia
    • Different Types of Hypersomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4719: Other hypersomnia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Wickramasinghe typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wickramasinghe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wickramasinghe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 254-7216 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wickramasinghe accept in Newhall, CA?

    Dr. Wickramasinghe in Newhall, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AllCare Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wickramasinghe's office located?

    Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe's Primary Practice

    23928 Lyons Ave Ste 203

    Newhall, CA 91321

    (661) 254-7216

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    Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe's Practice 2

    23845 McBean Pkwy

    Valencia, CA 91355

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wickramasinghe affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wickramasinghe has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Wickramasinghe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831118934.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wickramasinghe?

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

    What is Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe's specialty?

    Dr. Wickramasinghe is a Pulmonologist near Newhall, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wickramasinghe is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe accepting new patients in Newhall, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wickramasinghe's office at (661) 254-7216 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe?

    Please contact Dr. Wickramasinghe's office at (661) 254-7216 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wickramasinghe's office located?

    Dr. Wickramasinghe's offices are located in Newhall, CA and Valencia, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe have?

    Dr. Himanshu Wickramasinghe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.