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Dr. Venkateswaran Ramakrishnan, MD
Raleigh, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramakrishnan, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Venkateswaran Ramakrishnan, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ramakrishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramakrishnan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramakrishnan’s office at (301) 712-6955.
What languages does Dr. Ramakrishnan speak?
Dr. Ramakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Ramakrishnan typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Ramakrishnan 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. Ramakrishnan. 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:
- 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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Ramakrishnan typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Ramakrishnan 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. Ramakrishnan. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Ramakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 712-6955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramakrishnan accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Ramakrishnan in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Not Specified
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ramakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Venkateswaran Ramakrishnan's Primary Practice
3100 Duraleigh Rd Ste 204
Raleigh, NC 27612
(301) 712-6955
What is Dr. Ramakrishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831688712.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramakrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramakrishnan
What is Dr. Venkateswaran Ramakrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Ramakrishnan is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Raleigh, NC.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Venkateswaran Ramakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramakrishnan is affiliated with Unc Health Rex, Unc Health Johnston Clayton, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 Venkateswaran Ramakrishnan accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Venkateswaran Ramakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkateswaran Ramakrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramakrishnan's office at (301) 712-6955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkateswaran Ramakrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Ramakrishnan's office at (301) 712-6955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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