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Dr. Erwin Ponraj, MD

Dr. Erwin Ponraj, MD

Portland, OR

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ponraj, Anesthesiologist in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Erwin Ponraj, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Ponraj completed his residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Ponraj is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponraj’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponraj’s office at (503) 299-9906.

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

    • Residency: SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals

    Is Dr. Ponraj board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Erwin Ponraj, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Ponraj speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ponraj treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ponraj 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. Ponraj. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Senile Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Transgender Identity
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Transsexual Identity
    • Gender Transition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    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

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Does Dr. Ponraj accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ponraj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 299-9906 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ponraj accept in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Ponraj in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CareOregon

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • PacificSource

    • Providence Health Plans

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ponraj's office located?

    Dr. Erwin Ponraj's Primary Practice

    707 SW Washington St Ste 700

    Portland, OR 97205

    (503) 299-9906

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    Dr. Erwin Ponraj's Practice 2

    3600 NW Samaritan Dr

    Corvallis, OR 97330

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    Dr. Erwin Ponraj's Practice 3

    1445 State St

    Salem, OR 97301

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

    Dr. Ponraj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447412341.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponraj?

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

    What is Dr. Erwin Ponraj's specialty?

    Dr. Ponraj is a Anesthesiologist near Portland, OR. 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. Ponraj to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Erwin Ponraj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ponraj is affiliated with Legacy Good Samaritan 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?

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    Is Erwin Ponraj accepting new patients in Portland, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Erwin Ponraj is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erwin Ponraj offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ponraj's office at (503) 299-9906 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erwin Ponraj?

    Please contact Dr. Ponraj's office at (503) 299-9906 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erwin Ponraj have?

    Dr. Erwin Ponraj is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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