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Dr. Varun Kumar, MD

Cardiologist, Internist

Sylva, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kumar, Cardiologist in Sylva, NC?

    Dr. Varun Kumar, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Sylva, NC. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, 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.

    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 Cardiologist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain
    • Precordial pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Varun Kumar may include:

    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 contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Sylva, NC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alliance Health

    • Assurant

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Selman and company

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Varun Kumar's Primary Practice

    80 Healthcare Dr Ste 101

    Sylva, NC 28779

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    What is Dr. Kumar's NPI number?A 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 1134482623.

    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. Varun Kumar's specialty?

    Dr. Kumar is a Cardiologist near Sylva, NC.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is Dr. Varun Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Sovah Health - Danville, Betsy Johnson 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

    When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore 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 Dr. Varun Kumar accepting new patients in Sylva, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Varun 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 Dr. Varun Kumar?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Kumar's office is located in Sylva, NC.