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Who is Dr. Sivakanthan, Neurosurgeon in Mesa, AZ?
Dr. Sananthan Sivakanthan, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Mesa, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sivakanthan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivakanthan’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivakanthan’s office at (505) 272-3160.
What languages does Dr. Sivakanthan speak?
Dr. Sivakanthan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Sivakanthan treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sivakanthan 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. Sivakanthan. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lower Back Discs
- Lumbar Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51369: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region without mention of lumbar back pain or lower extremity pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- Failed Bone Fusion After Surgery
- Nonunion After Fusion
- Failed Spinal Fusion
- Pseudarthrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M960: Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Does Dr. Sivakanthan accept my insurance?
Dr. Sivakanthan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-3160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sivakanthan accept in Mesa, AZ?
Dr. Sivakanthan in Mesa, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sivakanthan's office located?
Dr. Sananthan Sivakanthan's Primary Practice
1255 W Baseline Rd Ste 140
Mesa, AZ 85202
(505) 272-3160
What is Dr. Sivakanthan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sivakanthan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235591207.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivakanthan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sivakanthan
What is Dr. Sananthan Sivakanthan's specialty?
Dr. Sivakanthan is a Neurosurgeon near Mesa, AZ. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Sivakanthan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sananthan Sivakanthan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sivakanthan is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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 Sananthan Sivakanthan accepting new patients in Mesa, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Sananthan Sivakanthan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sananthan Sivakanthan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sivakanthan's office at (505) 272-3160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sananthan Sivakanthan?
Please contact Dr. Sivakanthan's office at (505) 272-3160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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