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43 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Periyanayagam, Neurosurgeon in Hopkinsville, KY?
Dr. Srinivasan Periyanayagam, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Hopkinsville, KY. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Periyanayagam graduated from Madras Med College. Dr. Periyanayagam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Periyanayagam’s office at (270) 886-1944.
Where did Dr. Periyanayagam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Madras Med College
What languages does Dr. Periyanayagam speak?
Dr. Periyanayagam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Periyanayagam typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Periyanayagam 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. Periyanayagam. 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.
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Periyanayagam typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Periyanayagam 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. Periyanayagam. 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.
Also known as:
- Reprogramming of Implanted Pain Pump
- Intrathecal pump reprogramming
- Epidural pump adjustment
- Pain pump electronic analysis
- Implanted drug pump management
CPT Codes:
- 62368: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming
Does Dr. Periyanayagam accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Periyanayagam's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Periyanayagam's office located?
Dr. Srinivasan Periyanayagam's Primary Practice
390 W 17th St
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 886-1944
What is Dr. Periyanayagam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Periyanayagam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932201290.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Periyanayagam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Periyanayagam
What is Dr. Srinivasan Periyanayagam's specialty?
Dr. Periyanayagam is a Neurosurgeon near Hopkinsville, KY.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Srinivasan Periyanayagam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Periyanayagam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Srinivasan Periyanayagam accepting new patients in Hopkinsville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Srinivasan Periyanayagam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Srinivasan Periyanayagam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Periyanayagam's office at (270) 886-1944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Srinivasan Periyanayagam?
Please contact Dr. Periyanayagam's office at (270) 886-1944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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