Dr. Munuswamy L Balakumar , MD
Anesthesiology • Flushing, NY
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Munuswamy Balakumar, MD is a certified Anesthesiology practicing in Flushing, NY. With approximately 42 years of clinical experience since completing medical education in 1984, Dr. Balakumar delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 5645 MAIN ST.
Dr. Balakumar is affiliated with North Shore - Lij Anesthesiology, Pc and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include anesthesia for procedure on esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using an endoscope, anesthesia for procedure in lower abdominal cavity including use of an endoscope, anesthesia for procedure on large bowel using an endoscope. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
5645 Main St
Flushing, NY 113555045
Medicare Profile & Education
Other
1984
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Anesthesiology in Flushing, NY
Practicing in Flushing, NY (5244 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
00731
Anesthesia for procedure on esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using an endoscope
|
17 | 16 | $3129.41 | $158.99 |
|
00840
Anesthesia for procedure in lower abdominal cavity including use of an endoscope
|
13 | 12 | $5027.69 | $277.52 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207L00000X
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.
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
North Shore - Lij Anesthesiology, Pc
26901 76th Ave, New Hyde Park, NY 110401433
Phone: 7184703000
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Anesthesiology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Anesthesiology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Anesthesiology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Specialist
Career & Practice History Timeline
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NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 5645 MAIN ST, FLUSHING, NY 113555045 (Tel: 7186701435)
Registered at 255 W MICHIGAN AVE, JACKSON, MI 492012218 (Tel: 5177876440)
Recorded as MUNUSWAMY BALAKUMAR, M.D.
Anesthesiology (License #194740-1 in NY)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
255 W Michigan Ave
Jackson, MI 492012218
Phone: 5177876440
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