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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Internist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Ritu Kumar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (310) 222-2401.
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Sinus Cancer
- Nasal Cancer
- Nasal sinus cancer
- Paranasal sinus cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sinus
ICD-10 Codes:
- C319: Malignant neoplasm of accessory sinus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ritu Kumar may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (310) 222-2401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Kumar in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Ritu Kumar's Primary Practice
1000 W Carson St # 400
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 222-2401
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 1063535367.
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. Ritu Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Internist near Torrance, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ritu Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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
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Is Ritu Kumar accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ritu Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritu Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (310) 222-2401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritu Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (310) 222-2401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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