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Dr. Jai Kumar, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

Sylva, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kumar, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Sylva, NC?

    Dr. Jai Kumar, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sylva, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kumar graduated from Duke-National University of Singapore Graduate Medical School and completed his residency at Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, Pediatrics. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish, 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 (828) 339-3999.

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

    • Residency: Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, Pediatrics | Pennstate Geisinger Health Sys | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: Duke-National University of Singapore Graduate Medical School

    Is Dr. Kumar board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jai Kumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • German
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Allergy
    • Allergic Reaction
    • Hypersensitivity
    • Allergic Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T7840XA: Allergy, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jai 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 (828) 339-3999 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Jai Kumar's Primary Practice

    154 Medical Park Loop Ste A

    Sylva, NC 28779

    (828) 339-3999

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    Dr. Jai Kumar's Practice 2

    409 Tallulah Rd

    Robbinsville, NC 28771

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kumar affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kumar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital,Murphy, NC
    Swain Community Hospital,Bryson City, NC

    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 1790830636.

    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. Jai Kumar's specialty?

    Dr. Kumar is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Sylva, NC.

    What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Mission Hospital 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

    When to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. 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. Jai Kumar accepting new patients in Sylva, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Jai Kumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (828) 339-3999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (828) 339-3999 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Kumar's offices are located in Sylva, NC and Robbinsville, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jai Kumar have?

    Dr. Jai Kumar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.