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Dr. Anita Pillai, MD
Syracuse, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pillai, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Anita Pillai, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Pillai is fluent in English and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pillai’s office at (315) 464-4363.
Is Dr. Pillai board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Anita Pillai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Pillai speak?
Dr. Pillai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malayalam
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pillai typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pillai 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. Pillai. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress Response Syndrome
- Reaction to Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4320: Adjustment disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pillai typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Anita Pillai may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pillai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pillai accept my insurance?
Dr. Pillai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-4363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pillai accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Pillai in Syracuse, NY 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Lifetime Healthcare
Molina Healthcare
State of New York
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pillai's office located?
What is Dr. Pillai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pillai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184864738.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pillai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pillai
What is Dr. Anita Pillai's specialty?
Dr. Pillai is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Syracuse, NY.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Anita Pillai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pillai is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital, South Shore University 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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Anita Pillai accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Anita Pillai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anita Pillai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pillai's office at (315) 464-4363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anita Pillai?
Please contact Dr. Pillai's office at (315) 464-4363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anita Pillai have?
Dr. Anita Pillai is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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