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Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar, MD

Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar, MD

Detroit, MI

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kumbar, Internist in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Kumbar completed his residency at Bangalore Medical College. Dr. Kumbar is fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumbar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumbar’s office at (313) 916-2600.

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

    • Residency: Bangalore Medical College

    • Medical School: Bangalore Medical College (Medical Education)

    Is Dr. Kumbar board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kumbar speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Kannada

    • Telugu

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Kumbar treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Kumbar 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. Kumbar. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Other Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure
    • Other Acute Renal Failure
    • Other Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
    • N178: Other acute kidney failure

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained problems with heart or blood vessel devices
    • Unspecified cardiac device issue
    • Vascular implant complication
    • Heart device malfunction
    • Blood vessel graft problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T829XXS: Unspecified complication of cardiac and vascular prosthetic device, implant and graft, sequela

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
    • Other vascular device blockage
    • Blood vessel implant narrowing
    • Vascular graft stenosis
    • Prosthetic vascular device blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Complication
    • AV Fistula Problem
    • Dialysis Fistula Issue
    • Mechanical AV Fistula Complication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82590A: Other mechanical complication of surgically created arteriovenous fistula, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Kumbar perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Kumbar 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. Kumbar. 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:

    • Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Replacement
    • Tunneled Catheter Exchange
    • Central Line Replacement
    • IV Catheter Change

    CPT Codes:

    • 36581: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump, through same venous access

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled central line placement
    • Central venous access device insertion
    • Hickman catheter insertion
    • Broviac catheter insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Continuous Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
    • Oximetry Test
    • Blood Oxygen Level Check

    CPT Codes:

    • 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)

    Does Dr. Kumbar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kumbar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 916-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kumbar accept in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Kumbar in Detroit, MI 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • California Foundation for Medical Care

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Michigan

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Kumbar's office located?

    Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar's Primary Practice

    2799 W Grand Blvd

    Detroit, MI 48202

    (313) 916-2600

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    Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar's Practice 2

    39450 W 12 Mile Rd

    Novi, MI 48377

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    Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar's Practice 3

    7800 W Outer Dr

    Detroit, MI 48235

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    What is Dr. Kumbar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kumbar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477755031.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kumbar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kumbar

    What is Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar's specialty?

    Dr. Kumbar is a Internist near Detroit, MI.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Kumbar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kumbar is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital, Trinity Health Oakland 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

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    Is Lalathaksha Kumbar accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kumbar's office at (313) 916-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lalathaksha Kumbar?

    Please contact Dr. Kumbar's office at (313) 916-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar have?

    Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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