AP
18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Puthillath, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Stockton, CA. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Puthillath graduated from Adichunchanagiri Institute Of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at NYCOMEC/Trinitas Regional MC Program. Dr. Puthillath is fluent in English, Filipino, Hindi, Pilipino, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puthillath’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puthillath’s office at (209) 466-2626.
Where did Dr. Puthillath go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: NYCOMEC/Trinitas Regional MC Program
Medical School: Adichunchanagiri Institute Of Medical Sciences | Adichunchanagiri Institute Of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Puthillath board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Puthillath speak?
Dr. Puthillath and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino
Hindi
Pilipino
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Puthillath treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Puthillath 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. Puthillath. 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-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner left female breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner right female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50312: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50311: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does Dr. Puthillath perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Puthillath 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. Puthillath. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Puthillath accept my insurance?
Dr. Puthillath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 466-2626 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puthillath accept in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Puthillath in Stockton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Presbyterian Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Puthillath's office located?
Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath's Primary Practice
2626 N California St Ste B
Stockton, CA 95204
(209) 466-2626
What is Dr. Puthillath's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puthillath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225275233.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puthillath?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puthillath
What is Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath's specialty?
Dr. Puthillath is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Stockton, CA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Puthillath to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puthillath is affiliated with Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, UC Davis Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, CA, Doctors Medical Center of Modesto, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Ajithkumar Puthillath accepting new patients in Stockton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puthillath's office at (209) 466-2626 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ajithkumar Puthillath?
Please contact Dr. Puthillath's office at (209) 466-2626 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath have?
Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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