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Dr. Sankaralingam Thiruvannamalai, MD

Kenmore, NY

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thiruvannamalai, Anesthesiologist in Kenmore, NY?

    Dr. Sankaralingam Thiruvannamalai, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Kenmore, NY. He has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Thiruvannamalai is currently affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital. Dr. Thiruvannamalai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thiruvannamalai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thiruvannamalai’s office at (716) 323-6570.

    What languages does Dr. Thiruvannamalai speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thiruvannamalai 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. Thiruvannamalai. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • 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
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thiruvannamalai 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. Thiruvannamalai. 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 here.

    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. Thiruvannamalai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thiruvannamalai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 323-6570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thiruvannamalai accept in Kenmore, NY?

    Dr. Thiruvannamalai in Kenmore, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Thiruvannamalai's office located?

    Kenmore Mercy Hospital

    2950 Elmwood Ave

    Kenmore, NY 14217

    (716) 323-6570

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

    Dr. Thiruvannamalai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265498497.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thiruvannamalai?

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

    What is Dr. Sankaralingam Thiruvannamalai's specialty?

    Dr. Thiruvannamalai is a Anesthesiologist near Kenmore, NY.

    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. Sankaralingam Thiruvannamalai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thiruvannamalai is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital 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 Sankaralingam Thiruvannamalai accepting new patients in Kenmore, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Sankaralingam Thiruvannamalai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sankaralingam Thiruvannamalai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thiruvannamalai's office at (716) 323-6570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sankaralingam Thiruvannamalai?

    Please contact Dr. Thiruvannamalai's office at (716) 323-6570 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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