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Dr. Nandakumar Ponnusamy, MD
Springfield, MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ponnusamy, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Nandakumar Ponnusamy, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ponnusamy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponnusamy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponnusamy’s office at (413) 794-3520.
What languages does Dr. Ponnusamy speak?
Dr. Ponnusamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ponnusamy treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ponnusamy 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. Ponnusamy. 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 Back Spondylosis
- Sacral and Tailbone Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Sacrococcygeal Spondylosis
- Tailbone Arthritis
- Degenerative Sacral Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47818: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M179: Osteoarthritis of knee, unspecified
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Single Live Birth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
- One baby born alive
- Vaginal birth of one baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
- Z370: Single live birth
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Which procedures does Dr. Ponnusamy perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nandakumar Ponnusamy may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ponnusamy's office.
Does Dr. Ponnusamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponnusamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-3520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponnusamy accept in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Ponnusamy in Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Fallon Community Health Plan
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ponnusamy's office located?
Dr. Nandakumar Ponnusamy's Primary Practice
759 Chestnut St
Springfield, MA 01199
(413) 794-3520
Dr. Nandakumar Ponnusamy's Practice 3
Bay State Medical Ctr 759 Chestnut Street
Springfield, MA 01199
What is Dr. Ponnusamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponnusamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225268204.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponnusamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponnusamy
What is Dr. Nandakumar Ponnusamy's specialty?
Dr. Ponnusamy is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Springfield, MA. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Ponnusamy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nandakumar Ponnusamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ponnusamy is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center 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 Nandakumar Ponnusamy accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?
Yes, Dr. Nandakumar Ponnusamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nandakumar Ponnusamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponnusamy's office at (413) 794-3520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nandakumar Ponnusamy?
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