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Who is Dr. Jayaweera, Infectious Disease Specialist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Jayaweera graduated from University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine, completed his residency at Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine, and is currently affiliated with Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Jayaweera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jayaweera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jayaweera’s office.
Where did Dr. Jayaweera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine | Edward Hines Jr Va Hospital
Medical School: University Of Colombo- Fac Of Med- Colombo- Sri Lanka | University Of Colombo, Facility Of Medicine | University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Jayaweera board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jayaweera speak?
Dr. Jayaweera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Jayaweera typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Jayaweera 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. Jayaweera. 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 here.
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Hepatitis C
- Hep C
- HCV infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B1920: Unspecified viral hepatitis C without hepatic coma
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Jayaweera typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Jayaweera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jayaweera accept my insurance?
Dr. Jayaweera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jayaweera accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Jayaweera in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Jayaweera's office located?
What is Dr. Jayaweera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jayaweera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548224405.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jayaweera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jayaweera
What is Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera's specialty?
Dr. Jayaweera is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Miami, FL.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jayaweera is affiliated with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Jackson North Medical Center, Jackson West 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore 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 Dushyantha Jayaweera accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jayaweera's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dushyantha Jayaweera?
Please contact Dr. Jayaweera's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera have?
Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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