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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sambasivan, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Chitra Sambasivan, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Sambasivan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sambasivan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sambasivan’s office at (505) 563-1000.
Is Dr. Sambasivan board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Chitra Sambasivan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sambasivan speak?
Dr. Sambasivan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sambasivan treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Sambasivan 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. Sambasivan. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Dysplasia
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
- Abnormal anal cells
- Precancerous anal changes
- Anal epithelial dysplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
- K6282: Dysplasia of anus
Also known as:
- Having a Colostomy
- Having an Ileostomy
- Ostomy
- Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
- Colon stoma
- Bowel diversion surgery
- Large intestine ostomy
- Ileal stoma
- Small intestine ostomy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z933: Colostomy status
- Z932: Ileostomy status
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
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:
- Rectal Prolapse
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Protruding Rectum
- Bowel Prolapse
- Rectal Eversion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K623: Rectal prolapse
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula in Anus
- Rectal Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Other Digestive System Disease
- Digestive Disease
- Past GI Disorder
- Previous Digestive Problem
- History of Gastrointestinal Illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
Also known as:
- Ileostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Ileostomy Management
- Small Intestine Stoma Care
- Ileostomy Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
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
Which procedures does Dr. Sambasivan perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Chitra Sambasivan may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sambasivan's office.
Does Dr. Sambasivan accept my insurance?
Dr. Sambasivan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 563-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sambasivan accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Sambasivan in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sambasivan's office located?
Dr. Chitra Sambasivan's Primary Practice
201 Cedar St SE Ste 306
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 563-1000
What is Dr. Sambasivan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sambasivan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467665331.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sambasivan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sambasivan
What is Dr. Chitra Sambasivan's specialty?
Dr. Sambasivan is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Albuquerque, NM. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Sambasivan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chitra Sambasivan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sambasivan is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Chitra Sambasivan accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Chitra Sambasivan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chitra Sambasivan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sambasivan's office at (505) 563-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chitra Sambasivan?
Please contact Dr. Sambasivan's office at (505) 563-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chitra Sambasivan have?
Dr. Chitra Sambasivan is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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