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Dr. Atul Kumar, MD, PHD
Scottsbluff, NE
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Medical Oncologist in Scottsbluff, NE?
Dr. Atul Kumar, MD, PHD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Scottsbluff, NE. Dr. Kumar completed his residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine. 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.
Where did Dr. Kumar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, 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 a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Lung Carcinoid Tumor
- Carcinoid Tumor
- Bronchial Carcinoid
- Pulmonary Carcinoid
- Lung NET
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A090: Malignant carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Atul 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
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Scottsbluff, NE?
Dr. Kumar in Scottsbluff, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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 1649287095.
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. Atul Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Medical Oncologist near Scottsbluff, NE.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Atul Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Lincoln County Medical Center, Yuma Regional Medical Center, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Los Alamos Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Atul Kumar accepting new patients in Scottsbluff, NE?
Yes, Dr. Atul Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Atul Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Atul Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Kumar
3911 Avenue B Ste 1100
Scottsbluff, NE 69361