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Dr. Parvathi Kumar
New Orleans, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Parvathi Kumar is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (757) 668-8177.
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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases 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:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Kumar perform as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Parvathi Kumar may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
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 (757) 668-8177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Kumar in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Triple-S
BCBS Unspecified
Bowling Green State University
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Molina
Ochsner Health System
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Parvathi Kumar's Primary Practice
1315 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(757) 668-8177
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 1740410695.
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. Parvathi Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near New Orleans, LA. A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Kumar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Parvathi Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
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Is Parvathi Kumar accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Parvathi Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Parvathi Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (757) 668-8177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Parvathi Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (757) 668-8177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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