33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Puumala, Neurosurgeon in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Michael Puumala, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Sioux Falls, SD. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Puumala graduated from Florida International University, Miami, FL and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Puumala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puumala’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puumala’s office at (605) 322-8860.
Where did Dr. Puumala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurological Surgery | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: Mayo Med Sch, Rochester Mn | Florida International University, Miami, FL
Is Dr. Puumala board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Puumala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Puumala speak?
Dr. Puumala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Puumala treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Puumala 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. Puumala. 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:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Does Dr. Puumala accept my insurance?
Dr. Puumala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 322-8860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puumala accept in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Puumala in Sioux Falls, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Avera Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Puumala's office located?
Dr. Michael Puumala's Primary Practice
1325 S Cliff Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 322-8860
What is Dr. Puumala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puumala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821021304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puumala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puumala
What is Dr. Michael Puumala's specialty?
Dr. Puumala is a Neurosurgeon near Sioux Falls, SD. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Puumala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Puumala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puumala is affiliated with Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health 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
Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?
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Is Michael Puumala accepting new patients in Sioux Falls, SD?
Yes, Dr. Michael Puumala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Puumala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puumala's office at (605) 322-8860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Puumala?
Please contact Dr. Puumala's office at (605) 322-8860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Puumala have?
Dr. Michael Puumala is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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