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Who is Dr. Kumar, Rheumatologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Nikila Kumar, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. She is board certified. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (480) 443-8400.
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Kumar treat?
As a Rheumatologist, 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Long-Term NSAID Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
- Chronic NSAID therapy
- Ongoing anti-inflammatory medication
- NSAID pain relief
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
- Z791: Long term (current) use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAID)
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0689: Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Other Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Atypical Polyarthritis
- Specific Arthritis in Many Joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1389: Other specified arthritis, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- High ESR Blood Test
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
- Elevated Sed Rate
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
- High Inflammatory Marker
ICD-10 Codes:
- R700: Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A9XX1: Chronic gout, unspecified, with tophus (tophi)
Also known as:
- Long-term Immunomodulator or Immunosuppressant Use
- Chronic immune system medication
- Long-term immune suppressants
- Immunomodulatory therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7960: Long term (current) use of unspecified immunomodulators and immunosuppressants
Which procedures does Dr. Kumar perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nikila Kumar may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
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 (480) 443-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Kumar in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Express Scripts
Gilsbar
HealthSmart
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Nikila Kumar's Primary Practice
4550 E Bell Rd Ste 170
Phoenix, AZ 85032
(480) 443-8400
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 1295095495.
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. Nikila Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Rheumatologist near Phoenix, AZ. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Kumar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nikila 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: Banner Payson 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Nikila Kumar accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Nikila Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikila Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (480) 443-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikila Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (480) 443-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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