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Who is Dr. Kumar, Family Medicine Specialist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Prasanna Kumar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kumar graduated from Kasturba Medical College Manipal and completed his residency at John P Smith Hosp, Family Medicine; Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English 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 (817) 702-3431.
Where did Dr. Kumar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: John P Smith Hosp, Family Medicine; Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, General Surgery | Texas OPTI/John Peter Smith Hospital Program
Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India | Kasturba Medical College Manipal | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Kumar board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Prasanna Kumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As a Family 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:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kumar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 702-3431 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Kumar in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Cook Children's
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
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 1215957410.
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. Prasanna Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fort Worth, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Prasanna Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kumar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: John Peter Smith Hospital, Texas Health Cleburne, Cook Childrens Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Prasanna Kumar accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Prasanna Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prasanna Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (817) 702-3431 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prasanna Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (817) 702-3431 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Prasanna Kumar have?
Dr. Prasanna Kumar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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