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SUNANDA PILLAI MD
NPI 1215910815
Anesthesiology in Puyallup, WA

Active since November 29, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
400 E PIONEER, STE 204, PUYALLUP, WA 98372(253) 445-5828 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 10, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Sunanda Pillai Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

SUNANDA PILLAI MD (NPI 1215910815) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Puyallup, Washington, licensed in Washington (00038921) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215910815
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameSUNANDA PILLAICredential: MD
Location Address400 E PIONEER, STE 204Puyallup, WA 98372-3255
Mailing Address804 Scott Nixon Memorial DrAugusta, GA 30907-2464 · (800) 394-4445
Phone(253) 445-5828
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateNovember 29, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 10, 2010
✔ NPI 1215910815 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in WA · 00038921
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
400 E PIONEER, Puyallup, WA 98372
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINH00016WA
Medicare PINGAB19881WA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Sunanda Pillai Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3971597808
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100625000910
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214
Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
14 services14 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
14 services14 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Puyallup, WA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500079
Location401 15th Avenue SEPuyallup, WA 98372 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 18

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

WILL O BLANKENSHIP M.D.
Anesthesiology
400 E PIONEER, STE. 208
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
Pierce County (253) 445-5828
THOMAS P KENNEDY MD
Anesthesiology
400 E PIONEER, STE 208
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
Pierce County (253) 445-5828
MRS. CHRISTY L MUNRO LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
400 E PIONEER, SUITE 208
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
Pierce County (253) 987-0872
MICHAEL D CULL MD
Anesthesiology
400 E PIONEER, STE 208
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
Pierce County (253) 445-5828
MS. JAN LINDHOLM LMHC, CDP, LRCP
Respiratory Therapist, Registered
400 E PIONEER, SUITE 200
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
Pierce County (253) 279-7509
CHRISTINE J LEE M.D.
Anesthesiology
400 E PIONEER, SUITE 204
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
Pierce County (253) 445-5828
BRUCE W COOLEY MD
Anesthesiology
400 E PIONEER, STE 208
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
Pierce County (253) 445-5828
HOWARD SHERMAN CLARK M.D.
Anesthesiology
400 E PIONEER, STE 208
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
Pierce County (253) 445-5828

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Sunanda Pillai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sunanda Pillai is 1215910815. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 29, 2005.

Where is Sunanda Pillai located?

Sunanda Pillai practices at 400 E Pioneer Ste 204, Puyallup, WA 98372. The listed phone number is (253) 445-5828.

What is Sunanda Pillai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Sunanda Pillai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sunanda Pillai is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Sunanda Pillai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sunanda Pillai is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sunanda Pillai was last updated on May 10, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.