15 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumaria, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Tanya Kumaria, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Kumaria completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Kumaria is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumaria’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumaria’s office.
Where did Dr. Kumaria go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Is Dr. Kumaria board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tanya Kumaria, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008, American Board of Dermatology since 2008
What languages does Dr. Kumaria speak?
Dr. Kumaria and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Kumaria typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Kumaria 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. Kumaria. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
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)
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Kumaria typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Tanya Kumaria may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Kumaria's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kumaria accept my insurance?
Dr. Kumaria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumaria accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Kumaria in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicare
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Kumaria's office located?
What is Dr. Kumaria's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kumaria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639379258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kumaria?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kumaria
What is Dr. Tanya Kumaria's specialty?
Dr. Kumaria is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Tanya Kumaria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumaria is affiliated with Upmc Passavant-Mccandless 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tanya Kumaria accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Tanya Kumaria is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tanya Kumaria offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumaria's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tanya Kumaria?
Please contact Dr. Kumaria's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tanya Kumaria have?
Dr. Tanya Kumaria is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Dermatology.
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815 Freeport Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15215