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Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham, MD

Danville, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Veeragandham, Thoracic Surgeon in Danville, CA?

    Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Danville, CA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Veeragandham completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Veeragandham is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Veeragandham’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Veeragandham’s office at (925) 676-2600.

    Where did Dr. Veeragandham go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Veeragandham board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Veeragandham speak?

    Dr. Veeragandham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Telugu

    What conditions does Dr. Veeragandham treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Veeragandham 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. Veeragandham. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    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

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
    • I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Aortic Valve Leak

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve

    Does Dr. Veeragandham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Veeragandham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 676-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Veeragandham accept in Danville, CA?

    Dr. Veeragandham in Danville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central Health

    • Contra Costa

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Veeragandham's office located?

    Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham's Primary Practice

    1320 El Capitan Dr Ste 120

    Danville, CA 94526

    (925) 676-2600

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    What is Dr. Veeragandham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Veeragandham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710972427.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Veeragandham?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Veeragandham

    What is Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham's specialty?

    Dr. Veeragandham is a Thoracic Surgeon near Danville, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Veeragandham to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Veeragandham is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical 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 Ramesh Veeragandham accepting new patients in Danville, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Veeragandham's office at (925) 676-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ramesh Veeragandham?

    Please contact Dr. Veeragandham's office at (925) 676-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham have?

    Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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