Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan, MD
Springfield, MA
31 Years of Experience
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. 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 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Manikantan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar 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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Manikantan typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Manikantan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
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
Baystate Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Manikantan's office located?
Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan's Primary Practice
759 Chestnut St
Springfield, MA 01199
(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.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Poornachandran Manikantan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Manikantan is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center, Holyoke 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
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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?
Please contact Dr. Manikantan's office at (413) 794-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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