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Who is Dr. Kumar, Specialist in Uvalde, TX?
Dr. Sanjiv Kumar is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Uvalde, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (210) 615-8927.
Is Dr. Kumar board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sanjiv Kumar is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As a 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As a Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 615-8927 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Uvalde, TX?
Dr. Kumar in Uvalde, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1639286719.
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. Sanjiv Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Specialist near Uvalde, TX.
Is this Dr. Sanjiv Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kumar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sanjiv Kumar accepting new patients in Uvalde, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sanjiv Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanjiv Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (210) 615-8927 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanjiv Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (210) 615-8927 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sanjiv Kumar have?
Dr. Sanjiv Kumar is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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