EverydayHealthLogo
AP

Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Stockton, CA

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; Pilipino, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puthillath’s practice accepts Medicare 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; Pilipino
    • Hindi
    • Spanish
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Puthillath typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Lower-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Lower-Inner 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

    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

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Puthillath typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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)
    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    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 Healthcare

    • AllCare Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    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

    Get Directions

    What is Dr. Puthillath's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Puthillath is affiliated with Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto, Uc Davis Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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

    When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath?

    Please contact Dr. Puthillath's office at (209) 466-2626 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Puthillath's office located?

    Dr. Puthillath's office is located in Stockton, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath have?

    Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.