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Dr. Shaji Poovathoor, MD

Stony Brook, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Poovathoor, Anesthesiologist in Stony Brook, NY?

    Dr. Shaji Poovathoor, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Stony Brook, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Poovathoor completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology. Dr. Poovathoor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poovathoor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poovathoor’s office at (631) 444-2975.

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

    • Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Psg Inst Of Med Scis- Bharathiar Univ- Tn- India

    Is Dr. Poovathoor board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Shaji Poovathoor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Poovathoor speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Poovathoor typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Poovathoor 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. Poovathoor. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Poovathoor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Poovathoor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 444-2975 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Poovathoor accept in Stony Brook, NY?

    Dr. Poovathoor in Stony Brook, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Molina Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Poovathoor's office located?

    Dr. Shaji Poovathoor's Primary Practice

    100 Nicolls Rd

    Stony Brook, NY 11794

    (631) 444-2975

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    Dr. Shaji Poovathoor's Practice 2

    201 Manor Pl

    Greenport, NY 11944

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    Dr. Shaji Poovathoor's Practice 3

    Health Sciences Center L4 #060

    Stony Brook, NY 11794

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

    Dr. Poovathoor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306872932.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poovathoor?

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

    What is Dr. Shaji Poovathoor's specialty?

    Dr. Poovathoor is a Anesthesiologist near Stony Brook, NY.

    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. Shaji Poovathoor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Poovathoor is affiliated with Stony Brook University 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Shaji Poovathoor accepting new patients in Stony Brook, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Shaji Poovathoor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shaji Poovathoor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Poovathoor's office at (631) 444-2975 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shaji Poovathoor?

    Please contact Dr. Poovathoor's office at (631) 444-2975 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shaji Poovathoor have?

    Dr. Shaji Poovathoor is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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