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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kumar, Family Medicine Specialist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Pratibha Kumar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA. She has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Kumar completed her residency at San Joaquin Gen Hosp, Family Medicine; San Joaquin Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (661) 945-5984.
Where did Dr. Kumar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Joaquin Gen Hosp, Family Medicine; San Joaquin Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Dundee, Fac Med/Dent, Dundee, Scotland
Is Dr. Kumar board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Pratibha Kumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pratibha Kumar may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (661) 945-5984 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Kumar in Lancaster, 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
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Pratibha Kumar's Primary Practice
43839 15th St W Ste 103
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 945-5984
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 1881653285.
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. Pratibha Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lancaster, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Pratibha 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Pratibha Kumar accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pratibha Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pratibha Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (661) 945-5984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pratibha Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (661) 945-5984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pratibha Kumar have?
Dr. Pratibha Kumar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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