Dr. Venkatesh Sundararajan, MD
Fort Washington, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sundararajan, Pain Medicine Specialist in Fort Washington, PA?
Dr. Venkatesh Sundararajan, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Washington, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sundararajan is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sundararajan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sundararajan’s office.
What languages does Dr. Sundararajan speak?
Dr. Sundararajan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sundararajan typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sundararajan 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. Sundararajan. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sundararajan typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sundararajan 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. Sundararajan. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Sundararajan accept my insurance?
Dr. Sundararajan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sundararajan accept in Fort Washington, PA?
Dr. Sundararajan in Fort Washington, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sundararajan's office located?
Dr. Venkatesh Sundararajan's Primary Practice
535 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 100
Fort Washington, PA 19034
Dr. Venkatesh Sundararajan's Practice 2
2701 Blair Mill Rd Ste 35
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 40 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Venkatesh Sundararajan an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sundararajan has been rated and reviewed by 40 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sundararajan, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Sundararajan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sundararajan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003022500.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sundararajan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sundararajan
What is Dr. Venkatesh Sundararajan's specialty?
Dr. Sundararajan is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Fort Washington, PA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.
Is this Dr. Venkatesh Sundararajan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sundararajan is affiliated with Jefferson Abington 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
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Is Venkatesh Sundararajan accepting new patients in Fort Washington, PA?
Yes, Dr. Venkatesh Sundararajan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkatesh Sundararajan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sundararajan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkatesh Sundararajan?
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