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Dr. Rajesh Kandasamy, MD
Gig Harbor, WA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kandasamy, Pulmonologist in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Rajesh Kandasamy, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kandasamy is fluent in English, French, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kandasamy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kandasamy’s office at (253) 572-5140.
Is Dr. Kandasamy board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Rajesh Kandasamy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kandasamy speak?
Dr. Kandasamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Tamil
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kandasamy typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kandasamy 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. Kandasamy. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Somnolence
- Drowsiness
- Feeling sleepy all the time
- Hypersomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R400: Somnolence
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kandasamy typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kandasamy 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. Kandasamy. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Does Dr. Kandasamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Kandasamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 572-5140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kandasamy accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Kandasamy in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
First Health Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kandasamy's office located?
Dr. Rajesh Kandasamy's Primary Practice
11511 Canterwood Blvd Ste 100
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 572-5140
What is Dr. Kandasamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kandasamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053509976.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kandasamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kandasamy
What is Dr. Rajesh Kandasamy's specialty?
Dr. Kandasamy is a Pulmonologist near Gig Harbor, WA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Rajesh Kandasamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kandasamy is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Virginia Mason 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 Kandasamy accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Rajesh Kandasamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajesh Kandasamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kandasamy's office at (253) 572-5140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajesh Kandasamy?
Please contact Dr. Kandasamy's office at (253) 572-5140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rajesh Kandasamy have?
Dr. Rajesh Kandasamy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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