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Dr. Anika Kumar, MD

Hershey, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kumar, Pediatrician in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Anika Kumar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, French, 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 (216) 444-2200.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kumar?

    Dr. Anika Kumar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kumar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Hospital Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hershey/PA community, Dr. Kumar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?

    Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Kumar treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    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:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Affected by Mother's Group B Strep
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant affected by maternal GBS', 'Baby affected by mother's strep B
    • Newborn with Group B Strep exposure
    • Neonatal GBS infection from mother

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0082: Newborn affected by (positive) maternal group B streptococcus (GBS) colonization

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Affected by Mother's Health Condition
    • Infant Affected by Maternal Condition', 'Baby Affected by Mother's Medical Issue
    • Maternal Condition Impacting Newborn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P009: Newborn affected by unspecified maternal condition

    Also known as:

    • Large for Gestational Age Baby
    • Birth Weight
    • LGA baby
    • Heavy for gestational age newborn
    • Baby born too big

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P081: Other heavy for gestational age newborn

    Which procedures does Dr. Kumar perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Anika 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 (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Hershey, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medical Mutual

    • Molina

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Anika Kumar's Primary Practice

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

    (216) 444-2200

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    Dr. Anika Kumar's Practice 2

    9500 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44195

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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 1700106556.

    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. Anika Kumar's specialty?

    Dr. Kumar is a Pediatrician near Hershey, PA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Kumar to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Anika Kumar accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Anika Kumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anika Kumar?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (216) 444-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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