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Dr. Michael Sivaprakasam, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

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    Who is Dr. Sivaprakasam, Anesthesiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Michael Sivaprakasam, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sivaprakasam completed his residency at Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Sivaprakasam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivaprakasam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivaprakasam’s office at (412) 641-4260.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University Of Colombo- Fac Of Med- Colombo- Sri Lanka

    What languages does Dr. Sivaprakasam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sivaprakasam treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sivaprakasam 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. Sivaprakasam. 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:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy-Induced High Blood Pressure During Childbirth
    • High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
    • Gestational Hypertension in Labor
    • High Blood Pressure from Pregnancy During Delivery
    • Hypertension in Childbirth without Proteinuria

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O134: Gestational [pregnancy-induced] hypertension without significant proteinuria, complicating childbirth

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    What procedures does Dr. Sivaprakasam perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sivaprakasam 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. Sivaprakasam. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Without Imaging)
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection
    • Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection (Blind)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62326: Injection(s), including indwelling catheter placement, continuous infusion or intermittent bolus, of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Sivaprakasam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sivaprakasam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 641-4260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sivaprakasam accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Sivaprakasam in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Sivaprakasam's office located?

    Dr. Michael Sivaprakasam's Primary Practice

    300 Halket St

    Pittsburgh, PA 15213

    (412) 641-4260

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    Dr. Michael Sivaprakasam's Practice 2

    815 Freeport Rd

    Pittsburgh, PA 15215

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    Dr. Michael Sivaprakasam's Practice 3

    3508 Staunton Ave SE

    Charleston, WV 25304

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

    Dr. Sivaprakasam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366442485.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivaprakasam?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Sivaprakasam's specialty?

    Dr. Sivaprakasam is a Anesthesiologist near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Sivaprakasam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Sivaprakasam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sivaprakasam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upmc Magee - Womens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?

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    Is Michael Sivaprakasam accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Sivaprakasam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Sivaprakasam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sivaprakasam's office at (412) 641-4260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Sivaprakasam?

    Please contact Dr. Sivaprakasam's office at (412) 641-4260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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