SP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pillai, Anesthesiologist in Puyallup, WA?
Dr. Sunanda Pillai, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Puyallup, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pillai graduated from MGM Medical College and completed her residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Metrowest M C-Framinghm Union, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Pillai is fluent in English and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pillai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pillai’s office.
Where did Dr. Pillai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Metrowest M C-Framinghm Union, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: MGM Medical College | Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College
Is Dr. Pillai board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sunanda Pillai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Pillai speak?
Dr. Pillai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malayalam
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pillai typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pillai 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. Pillai. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pillai typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pillai 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. Pillai. 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:
- 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
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
Does Dr. Pillai accept my insurance?
Dr. Pillai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pillai accept in Puyallup, WA?
Dr. Pillai in Puyallup, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Pillai's office located?
What is Dr. Pillai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pillai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215910815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pillai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pillai
What is Dr. Sunanda Pillai's specialty?
Dr. Pillai is a Anesthesiologist near Puyallup, WA.
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 this Dr. Sunanda Pillai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pillai is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Sunanda Pillai accepting new patients in Puyallup, WA?
Yes, Dr. Sunanda Pillai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sunanda Pillai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pillai's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sunanda Pillai?
Please contact Dr. Pillai's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sunanda Pillai have?
Dr. Sunanda Pillai is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
Other Anesthesiologist Near Puyallup, WA
MB
Anesthesiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Michael Brown, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Puyallup, WA with 2 additional practice locations.
Puyallup, WA
MM
Anesthesiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Mercades Meuli, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Puyallup, WA with 1 additional practice location.
Puyallup, WA
CL
Anesthesiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Christen-Jennifer Lee, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations.
Tacoma, WA