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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Critical Care Internist in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Ricki Kumar is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, 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 (719) 595-7585.
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kumar treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Which procedures does Dr. Kumar perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricki Kumar may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
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 (719) 595-7585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Kumar in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Ricki Kumar's Primary Practice
2503 Foresight Cir Ste A
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(719) 595-7585
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 1548794761.
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. Ricki Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Critical Care Internist near Grand Junction, CO. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Kumar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricki Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Community Hospital - Grand Junction, CO, Mid Coast Hospital, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Ricki Kumar accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. Ricki Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricki Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (719) 595-7585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricki Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (719) 595-7585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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