Dr. Asanthi Ratnasekera, DO

Newark, DE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Ratnasekera, Critical Care Surgeon in Newark, DE?

Dr. Asanthi Ratnasekera, DO is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ratnasekera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratnasekera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratnasekera’s office at (610) 499-7605.

What languages does Dr. Ratnasekera speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Ratnasekera typically treat?

As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Ratnasekera 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. Ratnasekera. 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:

Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
Subdural Hematoma
Head Bleed
Brain Hemorrhage
Head Injury

ICD-10 Codes:

S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

Also known as:

Acute pain from injury
Pain
Traumatic pain
Injury pain
Sudden pain from trauma

ICD-10 Codes:

G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

Also known as:

Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
Respiratory Failure
Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
Hypoxic respiratory failure
Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

ICD-10 Codes:

J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

Also known as:

Sepsis
Blood Poisoning
Septicemia
Systemic Bacterial Infection

ICD-10 Codes:

A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

Also known as:

Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
Gallbladder Disease
Sudden Gallbladder Attack
Acute Cholecystitis
Sudden Gallbladder Infection

ICD-10 Codes:

K810: Acute cholecystitis

Also known as:

Acute Kidney Failure
Kidney Failure
Acute Renal Failure
Sudden Kidney Failure

ICD-10 Codes:

N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

Also known as:

Hemorrhagic Stroke
Brain Bleed
Cerebral Hemorrhage
Intracranial Hemorrhage

ICD-10 Codes:

I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

Also known as:

Multiple Broken Ribs
Chest Injuries and Disorder
Fractures
Multiple Rib Fractures
Rib Cage Fracture
Broken Ribs

ICD-10 Codes:

S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture

Also known as:

Multiple Broken Ribs
Chest Injuries and Disorder
Fractures
Multiple rib fractures
Rib cage injury
Severe rib injury

ICD-10 Codes:

S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture

Also known as:

Changes in Mental State
Mental Disorder
Confusion
Disorientation
Changes in awareness

ICD-10 Codes:

R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Ratnasekera typically perform?

As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Ratnasekera 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. Ratnasekera. 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:

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

CPT Codes:

47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

Does Dr. Ratnasekera accept my insurance?

Dr. Ratnasekera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 499-7605 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ratnasekera accept in Newark, DE?

Dr. Ratnasekera in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Capstone
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health

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Where is Dr. Ratnasekera's office located?

Dr. Asanthi Ratnasekera's Primary Practice

4735 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 3301

Newark, DE 19713

(610) 499-7605

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Dr. Asanthi Ratnasekera's Practice 2

1 Medical Center Blvd Ste 233

Chester, PA 19013

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What hospitals are Dr. Ratnasekera affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Ratnasekera has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Wilmington Hospital,Wilmington, DE

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 6 Procedures

Temple University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA

Ranked Mastectomy

Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DE

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Beebe Healthcare,Lewes, DE

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Saint Francis Hospital - Wilmington, De,Wilmington, DE

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Christiana Care Emerus Neighborhood Hospital Pennsylvania Llc,West Grove, PA

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

Dr. Ratnasekera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831487479.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratnasekera?

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

What is Dr. Asanthi Ratnasekera's specialty?

Dr. Ratnasekera is a Critical Care Surgeon near Newark, DE.

What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

Is Dr. Asanthi Ratnasekera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Ratnasekera is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Beebe Healthcare, Saint Francis Hospital - Wilmington, De 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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