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43 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Kumar, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Edison, NJ?
Dr. Chitra Kumar, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Edison, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis and completed her residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Jersey City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, Hindi, 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 (201) 864-7172.
Where did Dr. Kumar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Jersey City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | St John's Episcopalc Hosp | NYCOMEC/Jersey City Medical Center Program
Medical School: Rajendra Med Coll, Ranchi University, Ranchi, Bihar, India | Ranchi University / Rajendra Medical College | Butler University in Indianapolis
Is Dr. Kumar board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Chitra 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
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kumar 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.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Other Specific Anemias
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia from Chemotherapy
- Anemia
- Iron
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
- Uncommon anemia
- Rare anemia
- Specific anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Chemo-induced anemia
- Low red blood cell count from cancer treatment
- Anemia due to cancer drugs
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
- D6489: Other specified anemias
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D6481: Anemia due to antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D518: Other vitamin B12 deficiency anemias
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
Also known as:
- Other Red Blood Cell Abnormality
- Blood
- RBC Disorders
- Atypical Red Blood Cells
- Blood Cell Irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R718: Other abnormality of red blood cells
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Right Lung
- Lung Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer in Right Lung
- Secondary Tumor in Right Lung
- Right Lung Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7801: Secondary malignant neoplasm of right lung
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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Male Breast Cancer
- Male Breast Cancer
- Breast cancer
- Male Breast Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Right male breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right male breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right male breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50221: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right male breast
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Negative (ER-) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Negative Cancer
- No Estrogen Receptors
- Hormone Receptor Negative
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z171: Estrogen receptor negative status [ER-]
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ)
- MDS
- Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome
- Preleukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D46Z: Other myelodysplastic syndromes
Which procedures does Dr. Kumar perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Chitra 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
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 (201) 864-7172 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Edison, NJ?
Dr. Kumar in Edison, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Chitra Kumar's Primary Practice
2177 Oak Tree Rd Ste 104
Edison, NJ 08820
(201) 864-7172
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 1083663496.
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. Chitra Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Edison, NJ. 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. Contact Dr. Kumar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chitra 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: Hackensack Meridian Palisades Medical Center. 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 Chitra Kumar accepting new patients in Edison, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Chitra Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chitra Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (201) 864-7172 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chitra Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (201) 864-7172 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chitra Kumar have?
Dr. Chitra Kumar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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