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Who is Dr. Ramanathan, Surgical Oncologist in Gilbert, AZ?
Dr. Rajesh Ramanathan, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Gilbert, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ramanathan is fluent in English, French, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramanathan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramanathan’s office at (480) 256-6444.
What languages does Dr. Ramanathan speak?
Dr. Ramanathan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Tamil
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Ramanathan typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Ramanathan 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. Ramanathan. 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
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Ramanathan typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Ramanathan 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. Ramanathan. 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:
- 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:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Biopsy
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Abdominal Biopsy via Laparoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 49321: Laparoscopy, surgical; with biopsy (single or multiple)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Scalp, Body, Arms, Legs)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Surgical Wound Repair (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 12035: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 12.6 cm to 20.0 cm
Also known as:
- Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Large Malignant Growth Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
- Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Does Dr. Ramanathan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramanathan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 256-6444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramanathan accept in Gilbert, AZ?
Dr. Ramanathan in Gilbert, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ramanathan's office located?
Banner Md Anderson Cancer Center
2946 E Banner Gateway Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 256-6444
What is Dr. Ramanathan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramanathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104145325.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramanathan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramanathan
What is Dr. Rajesh Ramanathan's specialty?
Dr. Ramanathan is a Surgical Oncologist near Gilbert, AZ.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Rajesh Ramanathan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramanathan is affiliated with Banner Boswell Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Gateway Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, Banner Estrella 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
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Is Rajesh Ramanathan accepting new patients in Gilbert, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Rajesh Ramanathan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajesh Ramanathan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramanathan's office at (480) 256-6444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajesh Ramanathan?
Please contact Dr. Ramanathan's office at (480) 256-6444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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