Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran, MD
Chicago, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buvanendran, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Buvanendran is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buvanendran’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buvanendran’s office at (312) 942-6631.
Is Dr. Buvanendran board certified in Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Buvanendran speak?
Dr. Buvanendran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Buvanendran treat?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buvanendran 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. Buvanendran. 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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Complex regional pain syndrome of right leg
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type 1
- Complex regional pain syndrome of left arm
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- CRPS right leg
- RSD right lower limb
- Right leg nerve pain
- CRPS Type 1
- Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
- RSD
- CRPS left arm
- RSD left upper limb
- Left arm nerve pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90521: Complex regional pain syndrome I of right lower limb
- G90522: Complex regional pain syndrome I of left lower limb
- G90512: Complex regional pain syndrome I of left upper limb
- G90523: Complex regional pain syndrome I of lower limb, bilateral
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal 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:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Functional Implants
- Various Medical Devices
- Specialized Implants
- Functional Prosthetics
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9689: Presence of other specified functional implants
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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Which procedures does Dr. Buvanendran perform as a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran 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. Buvanendran's office.
Does Dr. Buvanendran accept my insurance?
Dr. Buvanendran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-6631 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buvanendran accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Buvanendran in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buvanendran's office located?
Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran's Primary Practice
1725 W Harrison St Ste 550
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-6631
What is Dr. Buvanendran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buvanendran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598781676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buvanendran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buvanendran
What is Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran's specialty?
Dr. Buvanendran is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Buvanendran to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buvanendran is affiliated with RUSH University 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 Asokumar Buvanendran accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buvanendran's office at (312) 942-6631 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asokumar Buvanendran?
Please contact Dr. Buvanendran's office at (312) 942-6631 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran have?
Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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