Aruni Gunaratne, MD| Pediatrics | MedStar Health
Clinical areas of focus
- Allergies
- Chronic Cough Treatment
- Chronic Headache Treatment
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Ear Infection
- Ear Infection Treatment
- Feeding Evaluation
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- Geriatric Sleep Disorder Treatment
- Headache
- Newborn Care
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Skin Allergy Testing
- Sleep Disorders
- Wellness Exams
Conditions and procedures
Conditions I treat
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Breathing
- Abnormal Drug Findings In Blood
- Abnormal Function Study Results
- Abnormal Movements
- Acne
- Acute Laryngitis And Tracheitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Adverse Effects
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergies
- Appearance And Behavior Symptoms
- Artificial Openings Complications
- Asthma
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Birth Defects Due To Maternal Conditions
- Birth Injury To Skeleton
- Breastfeeding Difficulties
- Bronchiolitis
- Candidiasis
- Cardiometabolic Disorders
- Child Speech Disorders
- Chromosome Abnormalities
- Chronic Diseases Of Tonsils And Adenoids
- Cleft Lip And Palate
- Cognitive Function Disorders
- Conditions Originating In Perinatal Period
- Congenital Absence, Atresia And Stenosis Of Small Intestine
- Congenital Anomalies
- Congenital Malformation Syndromes Affecting Multiple Systems
- Congenital Malformations Of Larynx
- Congenital Malformations Of Pharynx
- Congenital Malformations Of Skin
- Congenital Malformations Of Skull And Face Bones
- Congenital Obstructive Defects Of Renal Pelvis
- Contact With Communicable Diseases
- Convulsions
- Crohn's Disease [Regional Enteritis]
- Dermatitis Due To Substances
- Dermatophytosis (RINGWORM)
- Developmental Delays
- Diseases Of Upper Respiratory Tract
- Disorders Of Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Disorders Of Puberty
- Disorders Of Tooth Development And Eruption
- Disorders Of White Blood Cells
- Disturbances Of Cerebral Status Of Newborn
- Ear Infection
- Eczema (ATOPIC DERMATITIS)
- Emotional State Symptoms
- Enuresis
- Epilepsy And Seizures
- Erythema Multiforme
- Erythematous Conditions
- Family History Of Specific Disorders
- Feeding Problems In Newborns
- Feeding Problems In Toddlers
- Fever
- Forearm Fracture
- Formula Feeding Problems
- Fungal Meningitis
- Fungal Otitis Externa
- Gastroenteritis In Children
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- General Symptoms
- Genitourinary Symptoms
- Hand Instability
- Head Injury
- Headache
- Hemolytic Disease Of Newborn
- Hereditary Hemolytic Anemias
- Hives
- Hydrocephalus
- Hypertrophic Skin Disorders
- Immunization Not Carried Out And Underimmunization Status
- Impetigo
- Infections Specific To The Perinatal Period
- Intestinal Infections
- Joint Disorder
- Knee And Leg Open Wound
- Knee Injury Pain
- Limb Deformity
- Lymphadenitis
- Malabsorption
- Menstrual Disorders
- Mental Health Conditions
- Mesothelioma
- Middle Ear Disorders
- Migraine
- Monosomies And Deletions From Autosomes
- Nail Problems
- Nasopharyngitis
- Neonatal Infections
- Nervous And Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Neutropenia
- Newborn Affected By Complications Of Placenta, Cord And Membranes
- Newborn Complications From Labor And Delivery
- Newborn Complications From Maternal Pregnancy
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Newborn Hypoglycemia
- Noninfective Gastroenteritis
- Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
- Obesity In Children
- Peanut Allergies In Children
- Pediatric Hip Dysplasia
- Penis Disorders
- Personal History Of Diseases And Conditions
- Personal Risk Factors
- Persons Encountering Health Services
- Pervasive Developmental Disorder
- Phakomatoses
- Pneumonia
- Poisoning
- Presence Of Functional Implants
- Problems Related To Lifestyle
- Problems Related To Social Environment
- Proteinuria
- Pulmonary Heart Disease
- Respiratory Conditions
- Respiratory Failure In Newborn
- Scarlet Fever
- Scoliosis
- Shoulder Fracture
- Sickle
- Sinusitis In Children
- Sleep Disorders
- Sleep Disorders In Children
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage In Newborn
- Syncope
- Thalassemia
- Thrush In Babies
- Tic Disorder
- Transitory Disorders Of Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Transitory Neonatal Electrolyte And Metabolic Disturbances
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Undescended Testicle
- Urological Disorders
- Viral Infection
- Viral Meningitis In Children
- Vision Disturbances
- Vomiting And Nausea
Procedures I perform
- 12-Step Program
- Acne Treatment
- Adenoidectomy
- Adhd Evaluation
- Aging Education
- Allergic Reaction Treatment
- Anaphylaxis Treatment
- Anesthetic Injection For Sphenopalatine Ganglion
- Anxiety Disorder Screening
- Anxiety Management
- Asthma Attack Treatment
- Asthma Management
- Baby Carriers
- Baby Gates
- Baby Monitors
- Baby Supplies
- Bedwetting Treatment
- Booster Shots
- Breast Aspiration
- Breast Pumping Support
- Breastfeeding Assistance
- Burn Treatment
- Camping Therapy
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Cardiovascular Health Promotion
- Changing Tables
- Child Development Books
- Cholecystectomy
- Chronic Cough Treatment
- Chronic Headache Treatment
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Cognitive Development Evaluation
- Community Health Education
- Corner Protectors
- Delivery Room Resuscitation
- Destruction Of Stomach
- Diabetes Support Group Facilitation
- Diabetes Telemedicine
- Disease Management Education
- Disease Prevention
- Durable Medical Equipment
- Ear Infection Treatment
- Ear Tube Insertion
- Eczema Treatment
- Feeding Evaluation
- Fine Motor Skills Evaluation
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- Gastrointestinal Therapy
- Geriatric Community Resources
- Geriatric Sleep Disorder Treatment
- Glorifiers
- Habit Training
- I-131 Therapy
- Immunization Administration
- Injury Prevention
- Inpatient Palliative Care
- Insurance Billing
- Insurance Consultation
- Intensive Care
- Jaw Alignment Surgery
- Lactation Counseling
- Language Assessment
- Learning Disabilities Treatment
- Lip Tie Treatment
- Menstrual Education
- Mental Health Medication Management
- Mole Removal
- Neck Rhytidectomy
- Neonatal Circumcision
- Neonatal Dermatology
- Neonatal Dining
- Neonatal Transportation
- New Mother Support
- New Parent Education
- Newborn Assessment
- Newborn Care
- Newborn Feeding Support
- Newborn Initial Hospital Care
- Newborn Initial Stabilization
- Newborn Subsequent Hospital Care
- Nutrition Counseling
- Online Therapy
- Orthopedic Physical Therapy
- Pacifiers
- Pain Medication Management
- Palliative Care Services
- Parenting Classes
- Parenting Resources
- Pediatric Autism Screening
- Pediatric Care Books
- Pediatric Sick Visit
- Peer Support Groups
- Poison Prevention
- Postpartum Care
- Postpartum Support
- Pregnancy And Postpartum Massage
- Prenatal Lactation Education
- Rattles
- Remote Consultation
- Retinal Laceration Repair
- Safety And Injury Prevention Counseling
- Scouting Physicals
- Second Opinions
- Seizure Treatment
- Skin Allergy Testing
- Skin Tag Removal
- Speech Therapy
- Strollers
- Support Groups For Special Needs
- Suture Removal
- Swedish Massage
- Tantrum Management
- Teething Toys
- Telemedicine Treatment
- Thyroid Storm Surgery With Icu Care
- Time Management Training
- Tonsillectomy
- Transportation
- Treatment Centers
- Umbilical Cord Clamping
- Urologic Emergency Treatment
- Vaccinations
- Vibrating Chairs
- Video Therapy
- Vision Screening
- Wart Treatment
- Wellness Exams
- Wellness Fitness
Insurance
MedStar Health accepts most major health insurance plans. If you are uncertain as to whether your individual health insurance plan is accepted at MedStar Health, please call your insurance company.
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List of insurance plans we accept
- Core Essential (HMO)
- CIGNA HMO Open Access
- NYC Medicare Advantage Plus
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance
- IH-Open POS Plus
- Aetna Worker's Compensation Network
- IH-Open Network Only Plus
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue SNP
- CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (HMO)
- Aetna Classic 3500
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD HMO
- Sentara Health
- Cigna True Choice Medicare (PPO)
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage
- United Healthcare Select HMO-EPO/NPP Cardiac Global
- United Healthcare Select Plus (POS)
- CIGNA SureFit (HMO)
- Aetna Better Health of VA
- Coventry Health Care of Virginia
- Choice Care Network/HUMANA (PPO)
- CareFirst Administrators
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Advantage Signature and Select
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers Plus
- Blue Choice Advantage
- First Health PPO
- BCBS Out-of-State Medicare Plans (Blue Advantage)
- TRICARE East Select
- Choice POS II
- IH-EPO Plus
- Uniformed Services Family Health Plan
- United Healthcare Community Plan - VA Medicaid MCO
- IH-POS Plus
- CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO
- Health Services for Children with Special Needs
- Kaiser Maryland Medicaid MCO
- Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO)
- Choice POS II Open Access
- Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
- CareFirst NASCO
- Cigna TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)
- Jai Medical Systems - Maryland Health Choice
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO)
- Erickson Advantage Plans
- CareFirst BlueChoice HMO
- Kaiser Permanente Select - Added Choice
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO) Cardiac Global
- Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS)
- Aetna Advantage 5750
- Tricare Reserve Select
- UnitedHealthcare Individual Exchange Plans
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO)
- Aetna Premier 200PD
- OA Plus
- UnitedHealthcare Individual Exchange Plans
- Humana Medicare Advantage - HMO Open Access
- Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA/HealthFund/Health Network Option OA
- United Healthcare Choice
- United Healthcare Navigate Cardiac Global
- Kaiser Permanente Signature
- BCBS of Michigan (BCN Advantage,Security Blue, Freedom, Medicare PLUS Blue Group PPO)
- Optimum Choice Preferred (POS)
- Amerigroup DC Healthy Families
- UHC Group Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO, POS, PPO)
- Cigna Alliance Medicare (HMO)
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage prescription drug benefit (PPO)
- Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS)
- Aetna HMO
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Open Access
- CareFirst Dual Prime HMO-SNP
- M.D. IPA Preferred (POS)
- Employee Health Plan
- MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
- United HealthCare Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program
- IH-Indemnity
- Cigna Achieve Medicare (HMO C-SNP)
- First Health PPO
- Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice
- Anthem BCBS of VA Key Care POS/PPO/Indemnity
- CIGNA Indemnity
- Navigate
- Aetna VA Exchange
- Kaiser Permanente Select
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance
- CIGNA PPO Plus
- Police and Fire Clinic
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthy Families
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice 3-tier POS
- Aetna Basic
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Basic
- Fee-for-Service (FFS) District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia Medicaid
- MD IPA (HMO) & MD IPA Preferred Cardiac Global
- UnitedHealthcare and AARP Medicare Complete Plans
- Humana Gold Plus HMO
- Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund)
- CareFirst EPO
- United Healthcare Choice Plus
- Kaiser Permanente HMO Plus and DHMO Plus Member
- Private Health Care Systems (PPO)
- HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO
- Geisinger Medicare Advantage
- OCI Direct (HMO)
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PPO
- Advantra Platinum (PPO)
- Alterwood Advanatge HMO & DSNP Plans
- CareFirst MedStar PPO
- Amerigroup DC Alliance
- CareFirst Blue Card Program
- Choice POS
- Cigna True Choice Plus Medicare (PPO)
- United Healthcare Options (PPO)
- Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network
- Optima Family Care MCO - VA Medicaid MCO
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice POS Cardiac Global
- Fee-for-Service (FFS) District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia Medicaid
- CareFirst Maryland Point of Service Plan
- Cigna Preferred Medicare (HMO)
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage DSNP District of Columbia
- TRICARE East Prime
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthcare Alliance
- CIGNA POS/Network POS
- Aetna Classic 5000
- IH-PPO
- CareFirst Community Health Plan of MD
- HUMANA/Choice Care Medicare Plans (Choice, Gold Choice)
- IH-HMO
- Private Fee-for-Service Plans (PFFS)
- CareFirst MedStar Select PPO
- Network OA
- WellPoint Maryland - Maryland Health Choice
- Aetna Classic 5000PD
- DC/MD SHOP QHP Small Business Plans
- Maryland Physicians Care MCO
- IH-POS
- M.D. IPA (HMO)
- IH-Open HMO
- Optimum Choice & Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) Cardiac Global
- UHC Passport
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO Plans
- AMERIVANTAGE/Amerigroup Community Care
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PLUS PPO
- United Healthcare Select HMO - EPO/NPP
- Humana Medicare Advantage - PPO
- Beech Street PPO
- MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
- United Student Resources
- Aetna Open Choice (PPO)
- Optimum Choice
- IH-Open EPO Plus
- Medicare Advantage - Advantra Value (PPO)
- Aetna Advantage 6350
- HealthyBlue PPO
- POS OA
- MultiPlan, Inc
- United Medicare Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans
- United Healthcare Choice Plus Cardiac Global
- Healthy Blue (HMO, POS)
- HumanaChoice PPO
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Plus
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Dual Adv
- Options PPO Cardiac Global
- CareFirst Federal Employee Program (Std. & Basic PPO)
- CIGNA PPO
- Aetna Advantage 6350PD
- IH-Open POS II
- CIGNA Connect EPO
- CIGNA HMO & Network (HMO)
- Great-West Healthcare POS/CIGNA
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Plus
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Adv. Special Needs Plans
- CIGNA EPO
- Kaiser Permaenete Signature - Added Choice Cardiac Global
- Coventry Health Care National Network PPO
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Standard
- CareFirst FEP Blue Focus
- Aetna Medicare Advantage PFFS Plan
- CareFirst Blue Preferred PPO
- Medicare Direct
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Core/Enhanced
- United Healthcare Choice Cardiac Global
- Choice Fund PPO
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Plus Open Access (POS)
- Kaiser Permanente Signature - Added Choice
- Lasso Healthcare - Medicare Medical Savings Account
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families
- IH-Open HMO Option
- Aetna Better Health of MD
- Coventry of Delaware HMO/PPO
- TRICARE for Life East
- HighMark
- Medicare FFS
- Magellan Complete Care of VA - VA Medicaid MCO
- IH-Network Only Plus
- Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS)
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (POS & POS OA)
- BlueChoice Open Access
- Aetna Managed Choice (POS)
- Kaiser Permanente Select Cardiac Global
Education
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatrics
Residency: Duke University Medical Center (2022)
Medical School: Duke University (2019)