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Who is Dr. Gunasekera, Pediatrician in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sucharitha Gunasekera, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Gunasekera is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunasekera’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunasekera’s office.
Is Dr. Gunasekera board certified in Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Sucharitha Gunasekera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Gunasekera speak?
Dr. Gunasekera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Gunasekera treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gunasekera 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. Gunasekera. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Eye Infection
- Sore Eye
- Bacterial Pink Eye
- Mucopurulent Conjunctivitis
- Bacterial Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis
- H10023: Other mucopurulent conjunctivitis, bilateral
- H10021: Other mucopurulent conjunctivitis, right eye
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
- Viral Infection
- Enteroviral Stomatitis
- Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
- HFMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Hives
- Urticaria
- Welts
- Itchy rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L509: Urticaria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Bacterial Infection Exposure
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Disease Contact
- Suspected Bacterial Infection
- Exposure to Bacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20818: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other bacterial communicable diseases
Which procedures does Dr. Gunasekera perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Sucharitha Gunasekera may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gunasekera's office.
Does Dr. Gunasekera accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunasekera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunasekera accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gunasekera in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gunasekera's office located?
Dr. Sucharitha Gunasekera's Primary Practice
1919 S Braeswood Blvd Ste 5330
Houston, TX 77030
What is Dr. Gunasekera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunasekera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306046677.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunasekera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunasekera
What is Dr. Sucharitha Gunasekera's specialty?
Dr. Gunasekera is a Pediatrician near Houston, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Gunasekera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sucharitha Gunasekera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gunasekera is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Childrens Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Sucharitha Gunasekera accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sucharitha Gunasekera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sucharitha Gunasekera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunasekera's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sucharitha Gunasekera?
Please contact Dr. Gunasekera's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sucharitha Gunasekera have?
Dr. Sucharitha Gunasekera is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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