41 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Boca Raton, FL?
Dr. Ashok Kumar, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Boca Raton, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Kumar completed his residency at New Hanover Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (954) 862-5300.
Where did Dr. Kumar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New Hanover Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Kilpauk Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India
Is Dr. Kumar board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ashok Kumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kumar 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. Kumar. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashok Kumar may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 862-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Boca Raton, FL?
Dr. Kumar in Boca Raton, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Ashok Kumar's Primary Practice
9970 Central Park Blvd N Ste 304
Boca Raton, FL 33428
(954) 862-5300
What is Dr. Kumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225030141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kumar
What is Dr. Ashok Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Boca Raton, FL.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Ashok Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with West Boca Medical Center, Hca Florida Jfk 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ashok Kumar accepting new patients in Boca Raton, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ashok Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashok Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (954) 862-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashok Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (954) 862-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ashok Kumar have?
Dr. Ashok Kumar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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