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Dr. Pranatartiharan Ramachandran, MD

Dr. Pranatartiharan Ramachandran, MD

Lexington, KY

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ramachandran, Neurosurgeon in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Pranatartiharan Ramachandran, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Ramachandran is fluent in English, Chinese, Creoles and pidgins, French, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramachandran’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramachandran’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Ramachandran speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • Creoles and pidgins

    • English

    • French

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    • Italian

    What conditions does Dr. Ramachandran treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ramachandran 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. Ramachandran. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • 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
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Does Dr. Ramachandran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ramachandran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ramachandran accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Ramachandran in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Bankers

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Kentucky

    • State of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ramachandran's office located?

    Dr. Pranatartiharan Ramachandran's Primary Practice

    740 S Limestone Ste B101

    Lexington, KY 40536

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    Dr. Pranatartiharan Ramachandran's Practice 2

    41 Mall Rd

    Burlington, MA 01805

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

    Dr. Ramachandran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801088711.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramachandran?

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

    What is Dr. Pranatartiharan Ramachandran's specialty?

    Dr. Ramachandran is a Neurosurgeon near Lexington, KY. 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. Ramachandran to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Pranatartiharan Ramachandran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ramachandran is affiliated with Uk King's Daughters 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 Pranatartiharan Ramachandran accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Pranatartiharan Ramachandran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pranatartiharan Ramachandran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ramachandran's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Pranatartiharan Ramachandran?

    Please contact Dr. Ramachandran's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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