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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Robert Kumar, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (858) 521-2393.
Is Dr. Kumar board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Kumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Kumar may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (858) 521-2393 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kumar in San Diego, 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
Community Health Group
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Robert Kumar's Primary Practice
16899 W Bernardo Dr
San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 521-2393
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 1487846853.
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. Robert Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Robert Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Kumar accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (858) 521-2393 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (858) 521-2393 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Kumar have?
Dr. Robert Kumar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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