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Dr. Vijay Kumar, MD

Dr. Vijay Kumar, MD

Endocrinologist

Bloomington, IL

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kumar, Endocrinologist in Bloomington, IL?

    Dr. Vijay Kumar, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Bloomington, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Kumar completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Hindi, 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 at (989) 583-6800.

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

    • Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Panta Medical College

    Is Dr. Kumar board certified as an Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Vijay 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 an Endocrinologist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis
    • Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
    • Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    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:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vijay 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 call our office at (989) 583-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Bloomington, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Christus Health

    • COEHA

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Vijay Kumar's Primary Practice

    1701 E College Ave

    Bloomington, IL 61704

    (989) 583-6800

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    Dr. Vijay Kumar's Practice 2

    8600 State Route 91 Ste 130

    Peoria, IL 61615

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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 1992858617.

    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. Vijay Kumar's specialty?

    Dr. Kumar is an Endocrinologist near Bloomington, IL.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Osf Healthcare St. Joseph Medical Center, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services, Osf Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center, Pikeville Medical Center, Carle Bromenn Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Vijay Kumar accepting new patients in Bloomington, IL?

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

    Does Dr. Vijay Kumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (989) 583-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vijay Kumar?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (989) 583-6800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Kumar's offices are located in Bloomington, IL and Peoria, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vijay Kumar have?

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