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Who is Dr. Ramakrishnan, Pediatric Surgeon in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ramakrishnan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramakrishnan’s office at (202) 476-2090.
What languages does Dr. Ramakrishnan speak?
Dr. Ramakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Ramakrishnan typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- Complete AVSD
- Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Large Hole in Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Ramakrishnan typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Ramakrishnan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 476-2090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramakrishnan accept in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Ramakrishnan in Hershey, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
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Where is Dr. Ramakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan's Primary Practice
500 University Dr
Hershey, PA 17033
(202) 476-2090
Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan's Practice 2
111 Michigan Ave NW
Washington, DC 20010
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 1629424478.
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. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Ramakrishnan is a Pediatric Surgeon near Hershey, PA.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ramakrishnan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?
Yes, Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramakrishnan's office at (202) 476-2090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Ramakrishnan's office at (202) 476-2090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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