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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Endocrinologist in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Pawan Kumar, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (559) 897-9922.
Is Dr. Kumar board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Pawan 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
Hindi
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Pawan Kumar may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
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 (559) 897-9922 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Kumar in Visalia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Adventist Health System
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
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 1972541829.
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. Pawan Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Endocrinologist near Visalia, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Pawan Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center 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
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Is Pawan Kumar accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pawan Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pawan Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (559) 897-9922 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pawan Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (559) 897-9922 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pawan Kumar have?
Dr. Pawan Kumar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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