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Dr. Lakshmi Kurnutala, MD

Anesthesiologist

Jackson, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kurnutala, Anesthesiologist in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Lakshmi Kurnutala, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kurnutala graduated from Sri Krishna Med College. Dr. Kurnutala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kurnutala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kurnutala’s office at (601) 815-2005.

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

    • Medical School: Sri Krishna Med College

    What languages does Dr. Kurnutala speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kurnutala 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. Kurnutala. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
    • Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
    • Fetal distress due to heart rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kurnutala 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. Kurnutala. 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

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Kurnutala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kurnutala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 815-2005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kurnutala accept in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Kurnutala in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kurnutala's office located?

    Dr. Lakshmi Kurnutala's Primary Practice

    2500 N State St

    Jackson, MS 39216

    (601) 815-2005

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    Dr. Lakshmi Kurnutala's Practice 2

    239 Bowling Green Rd

    Lexington, MS 39095

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

    Dr. Kurnutala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902102668.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kurnutala?

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

    What is Dr. Lakshmi Kurnutala's specialty?

    Dr. Kurnutala is an Anesthesiologist near Jackson, MS.

    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. Lakshmi Kurnutala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kurnutala is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Delta Health System, Ummc Grenada 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

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    Is Dr. Lakshmi Kurnutala accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Kurnutala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lakshmi Kurnutala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kurnutala's office at (601) 815-2005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lakshmi Kurnutala?

    Please contact Dr. Kurnutala's office at (601) 815-2005 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kurnutala's office located?

    Dr. Kurnutala's offices are located in Jackson, MS and Lexington, MS.