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Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe, MD

San Diego, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Samarasinghe, Internist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Samarasinghe graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Western Reserve Care Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Samarasinghe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samarasinghe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samarasinghe’s office at (619) 278-3335.

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

    • Residency: Western Reserve Care Sys, Internal Medicine | Western Reserve Care System/NEOUCOM Program

    • Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Samarasinghe board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Samarasinghe speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Samarasinghe treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Samarasinghe 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. Samarasinghe. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Which procedures does Dr. Samarasinghe perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Samarasinghe's office.

    Does Dr. Samarasinghe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Samarasinghe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 278-3335 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Samarasinghe accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Scripps Health

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Samarasinghe's office located?

    Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe's Primary Practice

    501 Washington St Ste 600

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 278-3335

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

    Dr. Samarasinghe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386626034.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samarasinghe?

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

    What is Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe's specialty?

    Dr. Samarasinghe is a Internist near San Diego, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Samarasinghe to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Samarasinghe is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Green Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kosala Samarasinghe accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Samarasinghe's office at (619) 278-3335 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kosala Samarasinghe?

    Please contact Dr. Samarasinghe's office at (619) 278-3335 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe have?

    Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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