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Dr. Arun Kumar, MD

Wichita, KS

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kumar, Pediatrician in Wichita, KS?

    Dr. Arun Kumar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Kumar graduated from Government Medical College Patiala, Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Pediatrics; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Pediatrics. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Hindi, 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 (316) 685-5326.

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

    • Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Pediatrics; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Pediatrics | Tulane

    • Medical School: Government Medical College Patiala, Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences | Government Medical College Patiala, Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Kumar board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Arun Kumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Kumar treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Tonsillitis
    • Streptococcal tonsillitis
    • Bacterial tonsillitis
    • Acute strep throat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0300: Acute streptococcal tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chromosomal Abnormality
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Genetic Chromosome Disorder
    • Chromosome Problem
    • Aneuploidy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q999: Chromosomal abnormality, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Which procedures does Dr. Kumar perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Arun Kumar may include:

    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 (316) 685-5326 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Wichita, KS?

    Dr. Kumar in Wichita, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • FMH Benefit Services

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Arun Kumar's Primary Practice

    315 N Hillside St Ste A

    Wichita, KS 67214

    (316) 685-5326

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    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 1912950684.

    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. Arun Kumar's specialty?

    Dr. Kumar is a Pediatrician near Wichita, KS. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Kumar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arun Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kumar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Arun Kumar accepting new patients in Wichita, KS?

    Yes, Dr. Arun Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arun Kumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (316) 685-5326 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arun Kumar?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (316) 685-5326 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arun Kumar have?

    Dr. Arun Kumar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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