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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avula, Trauma Surgeon in Peoria, IL?
Dr. Umakanth Avula, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Peoria, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Avula completed his residency at Carle Foundation Hospital. Dr. Avula is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avula’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avula’s office at (217) 383-3240.
Where did Dr. Avula go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: John H Stroger Jr Hospital of Cook County
Residency: Carle Foundation Hospital
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Avula speak?
Dr. Avula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Which conditions does Dr. Avula treat as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, conditions treated by a Dr. Umakanth Avula may include:
Please contact Dr. Avula's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Which procedures does Dr. Avula perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Umakanth Avula may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Avula's office.
Does Dr. Avula accept my insurance?
Dr. Avula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 383-3240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avula accept in Peoria, IL?
Dr. Avula in Peoria, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Avula's office located?
Dr. Umakanth Avula's Primary Practice
8600 State Route 91 Ste 130
Peoria, IL 61615
(217) 383-3240
What is Dr. Avula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124479167.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avula
What is Dr. Umakanth Avula's specialty?
Dr. Avula is a Trauma Surgeon near Peoria, IL. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Avula to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Umakanth Avula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avula is affiliated with Osf Healthcare Saint Anthony 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 Umakanth Avula accepting new patients in Peoria, IL?
Yes, Dr. Umakanth Avula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Umakanth Avula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avula's office at (217) 383-3240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Umakanth Avula?
Please contact Dr. Avula's office at (217) 383-3240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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