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Who is Dr. Weerakoon, Cardiologist in Chevy Chase, MD?
Dr. Shaneke Weerakoon, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chevy Chase, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Weerakoon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weerakoon’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weerakoon’s office at (301) 656-5050.
What languages does Dr. Weerakoon speak?
Dr. Weerakoon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Weerakoon treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Weerakoon 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. Weerakoon. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Family History of Heart Disease
- Family History
- Heart Disease
- Hereditary heart disease risk
- Genetic predisposition to heart problems
- Heart conditions in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Weerakoon perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shaneke Weerakoon may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Weerakoon's office.
Does Dr. Weerakoon accept my insurance?
Dr. Weerakoon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 656-5050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Weerakoon accept in Chevy Chase, MD?
Dr. Weerakoon in Chevy Chase, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Weerakoon's office located?
Dr. Shaneke Weerakoon also offers virtual visits
Dr. Shaneke Weerakoon's Primary Practice
5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 700
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 656-5050
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shaneke Weerakoon?
Dr. Weerakoon has appointments available at his Chevy Chase, MD office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Weerakoon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weerakoon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588059943.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weerakoon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weerakoon
What is Dr. Shaneke Weerakoon's specialty?
Dr. Weerakoon is a Cardiologist near Chevy Chase, MD. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Weerakoon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shaneke Weerakoon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Weerakoon is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Shaneke Weerakoon accepting new patients in Chevy Chase, MD?
Yes, Dr. Shaneke Weerakoon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaneke Weerakoon offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Weerakoon, or call (301) 656-5050 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Shaneke Weerakoon?
Yes, Dr. Weerakoon offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Weerakoon, or call (301) 656-5050 for more information.
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