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Dr. Ruma Kumar, MD

San Jose, CA

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    Who is Dr. Kumar, Hospitalist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Ruma Kumar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar completed her residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (408) 972-7000.

    Where did Dr. Kumar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Kumar board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruma 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

    What conditions does Dr. Kumar treat?

    As a Hospitalist, 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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Kumar perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ruma Kumar may include:

    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 (408) 972-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Kumar in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • San Francisco Health Plan

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Ruma Kumar's Primary Practice

    260 International Cir

    San Jose, CA 95119

    (408) 972-7000

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    Dr. Ruma Kumar's Practice 2

    710 Lawrence Expy

    Santa Clara, CA 95051

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    Dr. Ruma Kumar's Practice 3

    250 Hospital Pkwy

    San Jose, CA 95119

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    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 1578635322.

    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. Ruma Kumar's specialty?

    Dr. Kumar is a Hospitalist near San Jose, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Kumar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruma 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: Kaiser Permanente - San Jose 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ruma Kumar accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruma Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruma Kumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (408) 972-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruma Kumar?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (408) 972-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruma Kumar have?

    Dr. Ruma Kumar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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