39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Neurosurgeon in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Rakesh Kumar, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Kumar graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis and completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; University Hosp, Inc, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi, 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 (813) 877-7463.
Where did Dr. Kumar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; University Hosp, Inc, Neurological Surgery | University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University Coll Of Med Scis- University Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India | Butler University in Indianapolis
Is Dr. Kumar board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Kumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Kumar treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
- Neck Spondylolisthesis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
- Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip
- Slipped Neck Vertebra
- Cervical Spine Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
- M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
- M4312: Spondylolisthesis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Communicating Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- Non-obstructive Hydrocephalus
- External Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G910: Communicating hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Mid-Back Spinal Degeneration with Spinal Cord Compression
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Degenerative Myelopathy
- Mid-Back Spondylosis with Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Damage in Mid-Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4714: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Kyphosis of Upper Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Roundback
- Upper Back Hunchback
- Thoracic Kyphosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M40204: Unspecified kyphosis, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Failed Bone Fusion After Surgery
- Nonunion After Fusion
- Failed Spinal Fusion
- Pseudarthrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M960: Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis
Does Dr. Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 877-7463 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Kumar in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Rakesh Kumar's Primary Practice
5106 N Armenia Ave Ste 3
Tampa, FL 33603
(813) 877-7463
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 1962496133.
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. Rakesh Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Neurosurgeon near Tampa, FL. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Kumar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rakesh Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Adventhealth Carrollwood 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 Rakesh Kumar accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rakesh Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (813) 877-7463 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rakesh Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (813) 877-7463 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rakesh Kumar have?
Dr. Rakesh Kumar is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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