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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. 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 Medicare 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Samarasinghe typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Samarasinghe typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Samarasinghe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Scripps Health
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Samarasinghe's office located?
Dr. Kosala Samarasinghe's Primary Practice
501 Washington St
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 278-3335
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.
What does an Internist do?
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.
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, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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