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Dr. Ananth Kashikar, MD

Springfield, MA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kashikar, Anesthesiologist in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Ananth Kashikar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Kashikar graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kashikar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kashikar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kashikar’s office at (413) 794-8003.

    Where did Dr. Kashikar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India | Gandi Medical College, University Of Health Sciences | Osmania Medical College

    Is Dr. Kashikar board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ananth Kashikar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kashikar speak?

    Dr. Kashikar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kashikar treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kashikar 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. Kashikar. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M179: Osteoarthritis of knee, unspecified
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M169: Osteoarthritis of hip, unspecified
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    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:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper GI Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Upper Gastrointestinal Screening
    • Esophagus and Stomach Check
    • Upper Digestive Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13810: Encounter for screening for upper gastrointestinal disorder

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Does Dr. Kashikar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kashikar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-8003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kashikar accept in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Kashikar in Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • American Plan Administrators

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CDPHP

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • MBA Benefit Administrators

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kashikar's office located?

    Dr. Ananth Kashikar's Primary Practice

    908 Allen St

    Springfield, MA 01118

    (413) 794-8003

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    Dr. Ananth Kashikar's Practice 2

    181 Park Ave Ste 5

    West Springfield, MA 01089

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    Dr. Ananth Kashikar's Practice 3

    759 Chestnut St

    Springfield, MA 01199

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    What is Dr. Kashikar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kashikar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740270479.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kashikar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kashikar

    What is Dr. Ananth Kashikar's specialty?

    Dr. Kashikar is a Anesthesiologist near Springfield, MA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Kashikar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ananth Kashikar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kashikar is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Ananth Kashikar accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Ananth Kashikar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ananth Kashikar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kashikar's office at (413) 794-8003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ananth Kashikar?

    Please contact Dr. Kashikar's office at (413) 794-8003 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ananth Kashikar have?

    Dr. Ananth Kashikar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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