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Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar, MD

Baltimore, MD

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sreekumar, Anesthesiologist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Sreekumar graduated from Medical College of Thiruvananthapuram and completed her residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University Program. Dr. Sreekumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sreekumar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sreekumar’s office at (410) 601-5209.

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

    • Residency: SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

    • Medical School: T.D. Medical College, Alleppey | Medical College of Thiruvananthapuram

    Is Dr. Sreekumar board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Sreekumar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sreekumar treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sreekumar 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. Sreekumar. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    Also known as:

    • Upper GI Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Upper Gastrointestinal Screening
    • Esophagus and Stomach Check
    • Upper Digestive Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13810: Encounter for screening for upper gastrointestinal disorder

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    What procedures does Dr. Sreekumar perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sreekumar 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. Sreekumar. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Sreekumar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sreekumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 601-5209 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sreekumar accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Sreekumar in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sreekumar's office located?

    Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar's Primary Practice

    2401 W Belvedere Ave

    Baltimore, MD 21215

    (410) 601-5209

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    Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar's Practice 2

    7503 Surratts Rd

    Clinton, MD 20735

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    Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar's Practice 3

    18105 Prince Philip Dr

    Olney, MD 20832

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

    Dr. Sreekumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932145075.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sreekumar?

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

    What is Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar's specialty?

    Dr. Sreekumar is a Anesthesiologist near Baltimore, MD. 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. Contact Dr. Sreekumar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sreekumar is affiliated with MedStar Montgomery 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 Shylaja Sreekumar accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sreekumar's office at (410) 601-5209 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shylaja Sreekumar?

    Please contact Dr. Sreekumar's office at (410) 601-5209 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar have?

    Dr. Shylaja Sreekumar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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