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Who is Dr. Gunasekera, Internist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Christopher Gunasekera, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gunasekera graduated from University Of Colombo, Facility Of Medicine and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gunasekera is fluent in English and Sinhala; Sinhalese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunasekera’s office at (408) 885-5000.
Where did Dr. Gunasekera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | Cook Co Hospital | Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: University Of Colombo- Fac Of Med- Colombo- Sri Lanka | Med School University Colombo | University Of Colombo, Facility Of Medicine | University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Gunasekera board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Gunasekera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gunasekera speak?
Dr. Gunasekera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Sinhala; Sinhalese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gunasekera typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gunasekera 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. Gunasekera. 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:
- Repeat Prescription Visit
- Prescription Refill Appointment
- Medication Renewal Visit
- Follow-up for Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, 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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gunasekera typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Gunasekera 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. Gunasekera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gunasekera accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunasekera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 885-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunasekera accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Gunasekera in San Jose, 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
Conifer Health Solutions
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
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Where is Dr. Gunasekera's office located?
What is Dr. Gunasekera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunasekera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275597452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunasekera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunasekera
What is Dr. Christopher Gunasekera's specialty?
Dr. Gunasekera is a Internist near San Jose, 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. Christopher Gunasekera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gunasekera is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Regional Medical Center of San Jose. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Gunasekera accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Gunasekera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Gunasekera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunasekera's office at (408) 885-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Gunasekera?
Please contact Dr. Gunasekera's office at (408) 885-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Gunasekera have?
Dr. Christopher Gunasekera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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