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Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar, MD

Neurosurgeon

Loma Linda, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Promod Kumar, Neurosurgeon in Loma Linda, CA?

    Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Loma Linda, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Promod Kumar is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Promod Kumar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Promod Kumar’s office at (909) 558-6309.

    What languages does Dr. Promod Kumar speak?

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

    • English
    • Kannada

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Promod Kumar typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Promod Kumar 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. Promod Kumar. 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:

    • Aneurysm
    • Aneurysms
    • Artery Bulge
    • Blood Vessel Widening
    • Vascular Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I729: Aneurysm of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    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:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Promod Kumar typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Promod Kumar 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. Promod Kumar. 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:

    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
    • Cerebral Angiography with Catheter Placement
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan
    • External carotid angiography
    • Neck artery imaging with catheter
    • Selective carotid catheterization
    • Brain Blood Vessel X-ray
    • Cervicocerebral Arch Angiography
    • Subclavian Artery Catheterization

    CPT Codes:

    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 36225: Selective catheter placement, subclavian or innominate artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Angiography
    • Cerebral Angiography
    • Neck Artery X-ray
    • Carotid Artery Imaging
    • Brain Blood Vessel Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Specialized Vein Catheter Placement
    • Selective Venous Catheterization
    • Deep Vein Catheter Insertion
    • Diagnostic Vein Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36012: Selective catheter placement, venous system; second order, or more selective, branch (eg, left adrenal vein, petrosal sinus)

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Pain Pump Placement
    • Intrathecal Drug Pump Implantation
    • Epidural Drug Pump Placement
    • Programmable Pain Pump Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 62362: Implantation or replacement of device for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion; programmable pump, including preparation of pump, with or without programming

    Does Dr. Promod Kumar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Promod Kumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 558-6309 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Promod Kumar accept in Loma Linda, CA?

    Dr. Promod Kumar in Loma Linda, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AlphaCare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Inland Empire

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Promod Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar's Primary Practice

    25455 Barton Rd Ste 108A

    Loma Linda, CA 92354

    (909) 558-6309

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    Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar's Practice 2

    11234 Anderson St

    Loma Linda, CA 92350

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    Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar's Practice 3

    18310 Outer Highway 18 Ste 200

    Apple Valley, CA 92307

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    What hospitals are Dr. Promod Kumar affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Promod Kumar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Loma Linda University Medical Center,Loma Linda, CA
    Loma Linda University Childrens Hospital,Loma Linda, CA
    Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta,Murrieta, CA
    Providence St. Mary Medical Center,Apple Valley, CA

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

    Dr. Promod Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194987263.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Promod Kumar?

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

    What is Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar's specialty?

    Dr. Promod Kumar is a Neurosurgeon near Loma Linda, CA.

    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 Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Promod Kumar is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Riverside Community Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar accepting new patients in Loma Linda, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Promod Kumar's office at (909) 558-6309 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ramachandran Pillai Promod Kumar?

    Please contact Dr. Promod Kumar's office at (909) 558-6309 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Promod Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Promod Kumar's offices are located in Loma Linda, CA and Apple Valley, CA.