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Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran, MD

Peoria, IL

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kuganeswaran, Gastroenterologist in Peoria, IL?

    Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Peoria, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuganeswaran graduated from Faculty of Health-Care Sciences and completed his residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Gastroenterology; Truman Med Ctr-West, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuganeswaran is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuganeswaran’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuganeswaran’s office at (309) 671-2930.

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

    • Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Gastroenterology; Truman Med Ctr-West, Internal Medicine | Uk Hosps | University of Missouri at Kansas City Program

    • Medical School: University Of Peradeniya- Fac Of Med- Peradeniya- Sri Lanka (University Sri Lanka) | Med School University Colombo | Faculty of Health-Care Sciences

    Is Dr. Kuganeswaran board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kuganeswaran speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Kuganeswaran treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kuganeswaran 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. Kuganeswaran. 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:

    • 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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
    • Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
    • Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Panenteric Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Ileitis
    • Large Bowel Crohn's
    • Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
    • K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
    • K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
    • K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Pancolitis
    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Chronic Pancolitis
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Which procedures does Dr. Kuganeswaran perform as a Gastroenterologist?

    Does Dr. Kuganeswaran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kuganeswaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 671-2930 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kuganeswaran accept in Peoria, IL?

    Dr. Kuganeswaran in Peoria, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

    • The Consociate Group

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    Where is Dr. Kuganeswaran's office located?

    Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran's Primary Practice

    815 Main St Ste A

    Peoria, IL 61602

    (309) 671-2930

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    Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran's Practice 2

    600 S 13th St # J

    Pekin, IL 61554

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    Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran's Practice 3

    221 NE Glen Oak Ave

    Peoria, IL 61636

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

    Dr. Kuganeswaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073555488.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuganeswaran?

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

    What is Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran's specialty?

    Dr. Kuganeswaran is a Gastroenterologist near Peoria, IL. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Kuganeswaran to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kuganeswaran is affiliated with Carle Health Methodist 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 Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Eliathamby Kuganeswaran accepting new patients in Peoria, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kuganeswaran's office at (309) 671-2930 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eliathamby Kuganeswaran?

    Please contact Dr. Kuganeswaran's office at (309) 671-2930 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran have?

    Dr. Eliathamby Kuganeswaran is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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