Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Girija Kumar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kumar completed her residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (773) 257-6894.
Where did Dr. Kumar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Finsh University Health Scis | Advocate Lutheran General Hospital | University Of Health Sciences/Chicago Medical School
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India
Is Dr. Kumar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Girija 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
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Girija Kumar may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (773) 257-6894 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Kumar in Chicago, IL 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
Zing Health
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Girija Kumar's Primary Practice
2653 W Ogden Ave Fl 3 Ste A
Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 257-6894
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 1861486250.
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. Girija Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Girija Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il 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 Girija Kumar accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Girija Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Girija Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (773) 257-6894 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Girija Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (773) 257-6894 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Girija Kumar have?
Dr. Girija Kumar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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