Nimal Ponnezhan
1325 South Cliff Avenue, 
Sioux Falls, SD 

Overview

Dr. Ponnezhan is a hospitalist at Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center in Sioux Falls South Dakota.

His clinical expertise encompasses Gangrene.

Graduate Institution

St. Matthew’s University School Of Medicine, West Bay, Cayman Islands, Doctor Of Medicine

Residency

University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Sioux Falls, SD, Internal Medicine

Specialties

Hospital Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Avera Heart Hospital Of South Dakota
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Avera Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
1325 South Cliff Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nimal Ponnezhan

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Nimal Ponnezhan by calling their office at 605-322-8000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Nimal Ponnezhan a top-rated expert for Gangrene?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nimal Ponnezhan is classified as an Experienced expert for Gangrene, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Nimal Ponnezhan specialize in?

While Dr. Nimal Ponnezhan is a Hospital Medicine, they have specific expertise in Gangrene. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hospital Medicine.

Does Dr. Nimal Ponnezhan accept my insurance?

Dr. Nimal Ponnezhan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-322-8000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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