PADMINI VEERARAGHAVAN M.D.
NPI 1669494571
Anesthesiology in Allentown, PA
- Individual
- Female
- Years of Experience 36
- Anesthesiology
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About PADMINI VEERARAGHAVAN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Padmini Veeraraghavan, an anesthesiologist established in Allentown, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Anesthesiology and more than 36 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1669494571 assigned on July 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207L00000X with license number MD460758 (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1669494571 Verify this NPI
- Provider Name
- PADMINI VEERARAGHAVAN M.D.
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 421 CHEW ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
- Location Phone
- (610) 776-4540
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 500 SOUDERTON, PA 18964
- Mailing Phone
- (610) 954-5810
- Mailing Fax
- (610) 954-5480
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 1991
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 07-24-2006
- Last Update Date
- 01-12-2026
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An anesthesiologist like Padmini Veeraraghavan manages the care of surgical patients and pain relief through drug administration that reduces or eliminates pain during an operation, medical procedure or during labor and delivery of babies. During surgical procedures anesthesiologists are responsible for adjusting the amount of anesthetic, monitoring the patient's heart rate, body temperature, blood pressure and breathing.
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 801 Ostrum St
Bethlehem, PA 18015
(610) 954-5810
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Anesthesiology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207L00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- MD460758
- License State
- PA
- Taxonomy Description
- 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.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207L00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Anesthesiology | 39707 (KY) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 611427889 | OTHER (01) | KY | UNITED HEALTHCARE |
| 64123854 | MEDICAID (05) | KY | |
| 611427889 | OTHER (01) | KY | CHA |
| 611427889 | OTHER (01) | KY | TRICARE |
| 611427889 | OTHER (01) | KY | HUMANA |
| 030670000 | OTHER (01) | KY | BLACK LUNG |
| 50011224 | OTHER (01) | KY | PASSPORT HEALTHCARE |
| 611427889 | OTHER (01) | KY | BLUEGRASS FAMILY HEALTHCA |
| C20362 | OTHER (01) | KY | CUMBERLAND HEALTHCARE INC |
| 000000484809 | OTHER (01) | KY | ANTHEM |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Padmini Veeraraghavan is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Padmini Veeraraghavan is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 3577568765
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20170627000155
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Anesthesia for electroshock therapy
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope
Anesthesia for electroshock therapy involves administering medications to put you into a deep sleep. This ensures you won't feel pain or remember the procedure. It's essential for your comfort and safety during the therapy.
This service was performed 36 times for 16 patientsAnesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
This service was performed 30 times for 30 patientsThis procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
This service was performed 55 times for 54 patientsAnesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
This service was performed 42 times for 42 patientsAnesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsAnesthesia for procedures on skin, muscles, or nerves of the head, neck, and upper back involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during the procedure. This ensures you don't feel pain or discomfort. It's safe and monitored by professionals.
This service was performed 17 times for 16 patientsAnesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
This service was performed 37 times for 37 patientsFind Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Padmini Veeraraghavan is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST LUKES QUAKERTOWN HOSPITAL | 3000 ST. LUKE'S DRIVE QUAKERTOWN, PA 18951 | (267) 985-1000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL BETHLEHEM | 801 OSTRUM STREET BETHLEHEM, PA 18015 | (610) 954-4000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - EASTON CAMPUS | 250 SOUTH 21ST STREET EASTON, PA 18042 | (610) 250-4076 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1669494571, enumerated as an "individual" on July 24, 2006.
The provider is located at 421 CHEW ST ALLENTOWN, PA 18102 and the phone number is (610) 776-4540.
Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, Humana and Anthem. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Padmini Veeraraghavan is affiliated with: ST LUKES QUAKERTOWN HOSPITAL, ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL BETHLEHEM and ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - EASTON CAMPUS.