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Dr. John Kula, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Family Medicine Specialist

Peoria, IL

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kula, Anesthesiologist in Peoria, IL?

    Dr. John Kula, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Peoria, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Kula graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kula is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kula’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kula’s office at (309) 692-5393.

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

    • Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Brooke Army Med Center | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kula board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Kula, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kula speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kula typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kula 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. Kula. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kula typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kula 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. Kula. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Kula accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 692-5393 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kula accept in Peoria, IL?

    Dr. Kula in Peoria, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

    • The Consociate Group

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    Where is Dr. Kula's office located?

    Dr. John Kula's Primary Practice

    221 NE Glen Oak Ave

    Peoria, IL 61636

    (309) 692-5393

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    Dr. John Kula's Practice 2

    8600 State Route 91 Ste 250

    Peoria, IL 61615

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    Dr. John Kula's Practice 3

    5409 N Knoxville Ave

    Peoria, IL 61614

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kula affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kula has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Carle Health Proctor Hospital,Peoria, IL
    Carle Health Pekin Hospital,Pekin, IL

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

    Dr. Kula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124017124.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kula?

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

    What is Dr. John Kula's specialty?

    Dr. Kula is an Anesthesiologist near Peoria, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. John Kula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kula is affiliated with Carle Health Methodist 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

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    Is Dr. John Kula accepting new patients in Peoria, IL?

    Yes, Dr. John Kula is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Kula offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kula's office at (309) 692-5393 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Kula?

    Please contact Dr. Kula's office at (309) 692-5393 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kula's office located?

    Dr. Kula's office is located in Peoria, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Kula have?

    Dr. John Kula is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.