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Dr. Pallavi Kumar, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
,Internist
,Medical Oncologist
,Hematology / Oncology Specialist
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Pallavi Kumar, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She is board certified. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (215) 316-5151.
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Kumar treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Cancer-Related Fatigue
- Malaise
- Cancer
- Fatigue
- Cancer Fatigue
- Cancer exhaustion
- Tiredness from cancer
- Chemotherapy fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R530: Neoplastic (malignant) related fatigue
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Constipation
- Constipation
- Drug Reactions
- Medication-Caused Constipation
- Opioid-Induced Constipation
- Constipation from Drugs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5903: Drug induced constipation
Also known as:
- Emotional Problems
- Mental Health
- Emotional distress
- Mood issues
- Feeling unwell emotionally
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4589: Other symptoms and signs involving emotional state
Also known as:
- Anorexia
- Eating Disorder
- Loss of appetite
- Lack of desire to eat
- Eating disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R630: Anorexia
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Nerve Cancer
- Cancer
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Malignant Nerve Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Cancer
- Nerve Sheath Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C475: Malignant neoplasm of peripheral nerves of pelvis
Which procedures does Dr. Kumar perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pallavi Kumar may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
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 (215) 316-5151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Kumar in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Pallavi Kumar's Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd # 2
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 316-5151
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 1073716437.
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. Pallavi Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Philadelphia, PA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Kumar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pallavi Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Pallavi Kumar accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Pallavi Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pallavi Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (215) 316-5151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pallavi Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (215) 316-5151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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