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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Salil Kumar, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (713) 792-2121.
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 Cardiologist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Salil Kumar may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (713) 792-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kumar in Houston, 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
Corporate Services
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Health Care Service Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
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 1306292495.
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. Salil Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Salil Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Salil Kumar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Salil Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salil Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (713) 792-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salil Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (713) 792-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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