Achala Gunasena, PA-C
Physician Assistant
9+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
3 locations
About Achala Gunasena
Achala Gunasena, PA is a healthcare provider.
Specialty Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
10
Years Experience
3
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Physician AssistantCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2016
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | C0006440 | Physician Assistant |
Public Data Summary for Achala Gunasena
In their first decade of practice, Achala Gunasena represents the newer generation of physician assistant providers, PA-C, after earning their medical degree at Other in 2016. Achala currently practices across 3 facilities, including Frederick Health Medical Group Llc in Frederick, Maryland. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497282610, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Achala Gunasena as a lower-volume physician assistant provider, treating approximately 271 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 585 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Physician Assistant Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 21703
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Achala Gunasena
What does Achala Gunasena specialize in?
Achala Gunasena specializes in Physician Assistant.
Where does Achala Gunasena practice?
Achala Gunasena practices at Frederick Health Medical Group Llc in Frederick, Maryland. Achala is also affiliated with 2 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Achala Gunasena accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Achala Gunasena accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 271 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Achala Gunasena's NPI number?
Achala Gunasena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497282610. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Achala Gunasena been practicing?
Achala Gunasena has approximately 9 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2016.