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Dr. John Nadakavukaran, MD

Anesthesiologist

Porterville, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nadakavukaran, Anesthesiologist in Porterville, CA?

    Dr. John Nadakavukaran, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Porterville, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Nadakavukaran graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Nadakavukaran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nadakavukaran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nadakavukaran’s office at (559) 791-4745.

    Where did Dr. Nadakavukaran go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology | Tx Tech University Health Science Center | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll, Calicut University, Calicut, Kerala | Calicut Medical College, University Of Calicut | Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nadakavukaran board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Nadakavukaran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Nadakavukaran speak?

    Dr. Nadakavukaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nadakavukaran typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nadakavukaran 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. Nadakavukaran. 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:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Mixed cholecystitis
    • Gallbladder attack and long-term inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K812: Acute cholecystitis with chronic cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    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

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nadakavukaran typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nadakavukaran 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. Nadakavukaran. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Nadakavukaran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nadakavukaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 791-4745 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nadakavukaran accept in Porterville, CA?

    Dr. Nadakavukaran in Porterville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Humana

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Kova Healthcare

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

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    Where is Dr. Nadakavukaran's office located?

    Dr. John Nadakavukaran's Primary Practice

    465 W Putnam Ave

    Porterville, CA 93257

    (559) 791-4745

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nadakavukaran affiliated with?

    Dr. Nadakavukaran has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Adventist Health Delano,Delano, CA

    What is Dr. Nadakavukaran's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nadakavukaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164582177.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nadakavukaran?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nadakavukaran

    What is Dr. John Nadakavukaran's specialty?

    Dr. Nadakavukaran is an Anesthesiologist near Porterville, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. John Nadakavukaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nadakavukaran is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventist Health Delano. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. John Nadakavukaran accepting new patients in Porterville, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Nadakavukaran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Nadakavukaran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nadakavukaran's office at (559) 791-4745 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Nadakavukaran?

    Please contact Dr. Nadakavukaran's office at (559) 791-4745 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nadakavukaran's office located?

    Dr. Nadakavukaran's office is located in Porterville, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Nadakavukaran have?

    Dr. John Nadakavukaran is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.