HP
45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Puthumana, Anesthesiologist in Zion, IL?
Dr. Hortancia Puthumana, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Zion, IL. She has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Puthumana graduated from Med College Calicut University and completed her residency at Cook County Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology. Dr. Puthumana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puthumana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puthumana’s office at (800) 322-9183.
Where did Dr. Puthumana go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology | Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: Med Coll, Calicut University, Calicut, Kerala | Trichur Medical College / University of Calicut | Med College Calicut University
Is Dr. Puthumana board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Hortancia Puthumana, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Puthumana speak?
Dr. Puthumana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Puthumana typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Puthumana 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. Puthumana. 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:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
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. Puthumana typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Puthumana 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. Puthumana. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Puthumana accept my insurance?
Dr. Puthumana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 322-9183 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puthumana accept in Zion, IL?
Dr. Puthumana in Zion, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AmeriBen
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Puthumana's office located?
What is Dr. Puthumana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puthumana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821035767.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puthumana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puthumana
What is Dr. Hortancia Puthumana's specialty?
Dr. Puthumana is a Anesthesiologist near Zion, IL.
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 this Dr. Hortancia Puthumana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puthumana is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston 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 Hortancia Puthumana accepting new patients in Zion, IL?
Yes, Dr. Hortancia Puthumana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hortancia Puthumana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puthumana's office at (800) 322-9183 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hortancia Puthumana?
Please contact Dr. Puthumana's office at (800) 322-9183 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hortancia Puthumana have?
Dr. Hortancia Puthumana is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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