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Dr. Vijay Patnana, MD

Saint Louis, MO

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patnana, Anesthesiologist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Vijay Patnana, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Patnana completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Anesthesiology. Dr. Patnana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patnana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patnana’s office at (636) 386-9224.

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

    • Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Anesthesiology | George Washington University Program A

    • Medical School: M.R. Med Coll, Gulbarga University, Gulbarga, Karnataka, India

    What languages does Dr. Patnana speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Patnana treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Patnana 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. Patnana. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
    • Family history of GI cancer
    • Hereditary digestive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

    Does Dr. Patnana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patnana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 386-9224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patnana accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Patnana in Saint Louis, MO 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Patnana's office located?

    Dr. Vijay Patnana's Primary Practice

    615 S New Ballas Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

    (636) 386-9224

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    Dr. Vijay Patnana's Practice 2

    339 Consort Dr

    Ballwin, MO 63011

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    Dr. Vijay Patnana's Practice 3

    17050 Baxter Rd Ste 110

    Chesterfield, MO 63005

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

    Dr. Patnana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366448722.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patnana?

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

    What is Dr. Vijay Patnana's specialty?

    Dr. Patnana is a Anesthesiologist near Saint Louis, MO. 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. Patnana to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vijay Patnana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patnana is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Mercy Hospital Washington which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Vijay Patnana accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Vijay Patnana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vijay Patnana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patnana's office at (636) 386-9224 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vijay Patnana?

    Please contact Dr. Patnana's office at (636) 386-9224 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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