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Who is Dr. Kumar, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Soma Kumar, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (858) 309-6300.
Is Dr. Kumar board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Soma Kumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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:
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kumar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
- Dietary Counseling
- Nutritional Assessment
- Registered Dietitian Consultation
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
- 97802: Medical nutrition therapy; initial assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Does Dr. Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 309-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kumar in San Diego, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
28 Rady Childrens Specialists
3020 Childrens Way # 5003
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 309-6300
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 1356502520.
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. Soma Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Soma Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kumar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Soma Kumar accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Soma Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Soma Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (858) 309-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Soma Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (858) 309-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Soma Kumar have?
Dr. Soma Kumar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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