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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poola, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Venkateswara Poola is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Springfield, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Poola is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poola’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poola’s office at (217) 545-8000.
What languages does Dr. Poola speak?
Dr. Poola and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Poola typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Poola 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. Poola. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Poola typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Poola 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. Poola. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Removal of Anal Warts
- Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision
Also known as:
- Endoscopy of Small Intestinal Pouch
- Small Bowel Pouch Endoscopy
- Kock Pouch Evaluation
- Ileal Reservoir Endoscopy
- Pouchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 44385: Endoscopic evaluation of small intestinal pouch (eg, Kock pouch, ileal reservoir [S or J]); diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Poola accept my insurance?
Dr. Poola accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 545-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poola accept in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Poola in Springfield, IL 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
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Poola's office located?
Dr. Venkateswara Poola's Primary Practice
315 W Carpenter St
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 545-8000
What is Dr. Poola's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821248881.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poola?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poola
What is Dr. Venkateswara Poola's specialty?
Dr. Poola is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Springfield, IL.
What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?
A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.
Is this Dr. Venkateswara Poola affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poola is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital 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 Venkateswara Poola accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?
Yes, Dr. Venkateswara Poola is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkateswara Poola offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poola's office at (217) 545-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkateswara Poola?
Please contact Dr. Poola's office at (217) 545-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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