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Who is Dr. Ananth, Pain Medicine Specialist in Sedalia, MO?
Dr. Periapatna Ananth, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sedalia, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ananth completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Ananth is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ananth’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ananth’s office at (660) 826-8833.
Where did Dr. Ananth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology
Medical School: Mysore Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mysore- Karnataka- India
Is Dr. Ananth board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Periapatna Ananth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Ananth speak?
Dr. Ananth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ananth typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ananth 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. Ananth. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ananth typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ananth 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. Ananth. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
CPT Codes:
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Ananth accept my insurance?
Dr. Ananth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (660) 826-8833 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ananth accept in Sedalia, MO?
Dr. Ananth in Sedalia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ananth's office located?
Dr. Periapatna Ananth's Primary Practice
1430 Thompson Blvd Ste 7
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 826-8833
What is Dr. Ananth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ananth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922074467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ananth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ananth
What is Dr. Periapatna Ananth's specialty?
Dr. Ananth is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Sedalia, MO.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.
Is this Dr. Periapatna Ananth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ananth is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bothwell Regional Health Center, Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare - 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Periapatna Ananth accepting new patients in Sedalia, MO?
Yes, Dr. Periapatna Ananth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Periapatna Ananth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ananth's office at (660) 826-8833 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Periapatna Ananth?
Please contact Dr. Ananth's office at (660) 826-8833 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Periapatna Ananth have?
Dr. Periapatna Ananth is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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