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Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham, MD

Thoracic Surgeon

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. 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 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 as a 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 a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Veeragandham typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    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:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Veeragandham typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Veeragandham 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
    • Endoscopy
    • Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
    • Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
    • Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
    • Vein Harvesting for CABG

    CPT Codes:

    • 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Heart bypass surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Arterial bypass graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

    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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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?A 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.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Veeragandham is affiliated with John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sutter Solano 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 Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Ramesh Veeragandham?

    Please contact Dr. Veeragandham's office at (925) 676-2600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Veeragandham's office located?

    Dr. Veeragandham's office is located in Danville, CA.

    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.