Dr. Rajeesh Punnakkattu, MD
Casa Grande, AZ
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Punnakkattu, Pulmonologist in Casa Grande, AZ?
Dr. Rajeesh Punnakkattu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Casa Grande, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Punnakkattu completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine. Dr. Punnakkattu is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Punnakkattu’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Punnakkattu’s office at (520) 374-8915.
Where did Dr. Punnakkattu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Punnakkattu board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Rajeesh Punnakkattu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Punnakkattu speak?
Dr. Punnakkattu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Punnakkattu treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Punnakkattu 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. Punnakkattu. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Growth of unknown type in windpipe, airways, or lung
- Bronchial Disorder
- Lung Disease
- Tracheal Disorder
- Lung tumor of uncertain nature
- Undetermined growth in respiratory tract
- Tracheal or bronchial growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D381: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of trachea, bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Valley Fever
- Valley Fever
- Pulmonary Coccidioidomycosis
- Valley Fever in Lungs
- Coccidioides Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B382: Pulmonary coccidioidomycosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
What procedures does Dr. Punnakkattu perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Punnakkattu 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. Punnakkattu. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Does Dr. Punnakkattu accept my insurance?
Dr. Punnakkattu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 374-8915 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Punnakkattu accept in Casa Grande, AZ?
Dr. Punnakkattu in Casa Grande, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
HealthComp
Medicare
Motor Club of America
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Punnakkattu's office located?
Dr. Rajeesh Punnakkattu's Primary Practice
1828 E Florence Blvd Ste 112
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
(520) 374-8915
What is Dr. Punnakkattu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Punnakkattu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982605887.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Punnakkattu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Punnakkattu
What is Dr. Rajeesh Punnakkattu's specialty?
Dr. Punnakkattu is a Pulmonologist near Casa Grande, AZ. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Punnakkattu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rajeesh Punnakkattu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Punnakkattu is affiliated with Banner Casa Grande Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Chandler Regional Medical Center, Banner Ironwood Medical Center 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
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Is Rajeesh Punnakkattu accepting new patients in Casa Grande, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Rajeesh Punnakkattu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajeesh Punnakkattu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Punnakkattu's office at (520) 374-8915 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajeesh Punnakkattu?
Please contact Dr. Punnakkattu's office at (520) 374-8915 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rajeesh Punnakkattu have?
Dr. Rajeesh Punnakkattu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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