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15 Years of Experience
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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 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Sambasivan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sambasivan’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as a 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 a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Sambasivan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula in Anus
- Rectal Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Sambasivan typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Sambasivan 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Surgery
- Anal Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
Also known as:
- Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam
- Rectal Scope Exam
- Anus Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Seton Placement
- Fistula Seton Insertion
- Drainage Seton Placement
- Anal Fistula Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46020: Placement of seton
Also known as:
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Removal of Anal Warts
- Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?
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.
Is this Dr. Chitra Sambasivan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sambasivan is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Lincoln County 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
When to see a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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