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Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan, MD

Physiatrist

Sarasota, FL

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sivakanthan, Physiatrist in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Sivakanthan graduated from Naval Academy of Medicine and completed her residency at St Francis Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; St Francis Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Sivakanthan is fluent in English, Russian, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivakanthan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivakanthan’s office at (941) 917-7760.

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

    • Residency: St Francis Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; St Francis Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | St Francis Med Center | St Francis Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Danylo Halytsky Lviv State Med University, Lviv, Ukraine | University of Jana Kazimierza Wydzial Lekarski | Naval Academy of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sivakanthan board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Sivakanthan speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian
    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Sivakanthan typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Sivakanthan 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. Sivakanthan. 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Sivakanthan typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sivakanthan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sivakanthan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sivakanthan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 917-7760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sivakanthan accept in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. Sivakanthan in Sarasota, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Globe Life

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sivakanthan's office located?

    Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan's Primary Practice

    1700 S Tamiami Trl

    Sarasota, FL 34239

    (941) 917-7760

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    Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan's Practice 2

    1499 E Venice Ave

    Venice, FL 34292

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sivakanthan affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Sivakanthan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Sivakanthan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346242492.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivakanthan?

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

    What is Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan's specialty?

    Dr. Sivakanthan is a Physiatrist near Sarasota, FL.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sivakanthan is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial 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 a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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 Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sivakanthan's office at (941) 917-7760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan?

    Please contact Dr. Sivakanthan's office at (941) 917-7760 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sivakanthan's office located?

    Dr. Sivakanthan's offices are located in Sarasota, FL and Venice, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan have?

    Dr. Jamuna Sivakanthan is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.