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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ponnusamy, Critical Care Internist in Woonsocket, RI?
Dr. Vignesh Ponnusamy is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Woonsocket, RI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ponnusamy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponnusamy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponnusamy’s office at (401) 769-4100.
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 Critical Care Internist, 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
What procedures does Dr. Ponnusamy perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Ponnusamy 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. 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:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Ponnusamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponnusamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 769-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponnusamy accept in Woonsocket, RI?
Dr. Ponnusamy in Woonsocket, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Community Partners (AZ)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Point32Health
State of Rhode Island
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ponnusamy's office located?
Dr. Vignesh Ponnusamy's Primary Practice
115 Cass Ave
Woonsocket, RI 02895
(401) 769-4100
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 1740662931.
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. Vignesh Ponnusamy's specialty?
Dr. Ponnusamy is a Critical Care Internist near Woonsocket, RI. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Ponnusamy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vignesh Ponnusamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ponnusamy is affiliated with Rhode Island 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Vignesh Ponnusamy accepting new patients in Woonsocket, RI?
Yes, Dr. Vignesh Ponnusamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vignesh Ponnusamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponnusamy's office at (401) 769-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vignesh Ponnusamy?
Please contact Dr. Ponnusamy's office at (401) 769-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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