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Who is Dr. Wijewardena, Rheumatologist in Ashland, KY?
Dr. Chathura Wijewardena, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Ashland, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wijewardena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wijewardena’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wijewardena’s office at (606) 408-7438.
What languages does Dr. Wijewardena speak?
Dr. Wijewardena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Wijewardena typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Wijewardena 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. Wijewardena. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Wijewardena typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chathura Wijewardena may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Wijewardena's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wijewardena accept my insurance?
Dr. Wijewardena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 408-7438 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wijewardena accept in Ashland, KY?
Dr. Wijewardena in Ashland, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Independent Health Association
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wijewardena's office located?
Dr. Chathura Wijewardena's Primary Practice
617 23rd St Ste 6
Ashland, KY 41101
(606) 408-7438
What is Dr. Wijewardena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wijewardena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659807097.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wijewardena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wijewardena
What is Dr. Chathura Wijewardena's specialty?
Dr. Wijewardena is a Rheumatologist near Ashland, KY.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Chathura Wijewardena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wijewardena is affiliated with Uk King's Daughters Medical Center, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Olean General Hospital, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Pikeville 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
When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chathura Wijewardena accepting new patients in Ashland, KY?
Yes, Dr. Chathura Wijewardena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chathura Wijewardena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wijewardena's office at (606) 408-7438 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chathura Wijewardena?
Please contact Dr. Wijewardena's office at (606) 408-7438 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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