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Dr. Poonam Kumar, MD

Dallas, TX

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kumar, Internist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Poonam Kumar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar graduated from Kasturba Medical College Mangalore and completed her residency at Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (214) 857-1155.

    Where did Dr. Kumar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India | Kasturba Medical College Mangalore

    Is Dr. Kumar board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Poonam 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

    What conditions does Dr. Kumar treat?

    As a Internist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure from Another Condition
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension
    • Secondary Hypertension
    • Symptomatic Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure with Known Cause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
    • I159: Secondary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
    • High Blood Sugar Crisis
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1100: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperosmolarity without nonketotic hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar coma (NKHHC)
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Quadriplegia (C5-C7 Incomplete)
    • Paralysis
    • Incomplete C5-C7 paralysis
    • Partial high cervical spinal cord injury
    • Partial four limb paralysis C5-C7

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8254: Quadriplegia, C5-C7 incomplete

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Sudden Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute HFpEF
    • Sudden Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5031: Acute diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Kumar perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Poonam Kumar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kumar's office.

    Does Dr. Kumar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 857-1155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Kumar in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Poonam Kumar's Primary Practice

    4500 S Lancaster Rd

    Dallas, TX 75216

    (214) 857-1155

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    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 1730293580.

    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. Poonam Kumar's specialty?

    Dr. Kumar is a Internist near Dallas, TX.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Kumar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Poonam Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Poonam Kumar accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Poonam Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Poonam Kumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (214) 857-1155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Poonam Kumar?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (214) 857-1155 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Poonam Kumar have?

    Dr. Poonam Kumar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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