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Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan, MD
Springfield, MA
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Manikantan, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Manikantan graduated from Coimbatore Medical College and completed his residency at Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Manikantan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Manikantan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Manikantan’s office at (413) 794-0000.
Where did Dr. Manikantan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Coimbatore Medical College
What languages does Dr. Manikantan speak?
Dr. Manikantan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Manikantan treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Manikantan 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. Manikantan. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Sacral and Tailbone Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Sacrococcygeal Spondylosis
- Tailbone Arthritis
- Degenerative Sacral Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47818: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right 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
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M179: Osteoarthritis of knee, unspecified
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Cesarean Delivery
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
- C-section
- Surgical Birth
- Cesarean Section
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
- O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Which procedures does Dr. Manikantan perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Manikantan's office.
Does Dr. Manikantan accept my insurance?
Dr. Manikantan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Manikantan accept in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Manikantan 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
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health New England
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Manikantan's office located?
Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan's Primary Practice
759 Chestnut St
Springfield, MA 01107
(413) 794-0000
Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan's Practice 2
181 Park Ave Ste 5
West Springfield, MA 01089
What is Dr. Manikantan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Manikantan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003806308.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Manikantan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Manikantan
What is Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan's specialty?
Dr. Manikantan is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Springfield, MA. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Manikantan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Manikantan 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
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Is Poornachandran Manikantan accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?
Yes, Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Manikantan's office at (413) 794-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Poornachandran Manikantan?
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