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Dr. Viresh Kumar, MD

Brooklyn, NY

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
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    Who is Dr. Kumar, Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Viresh Kumar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 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, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (718) 636-4500.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kumar?

    Dr. Viresh Kumar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kumar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Care, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Kumar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: University Coll of Med And Sci

    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)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias

    Which procedures does Dr. Kumar perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Viresh 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 (718) 636-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?

    Dr. Viresh Kumar's Primary Practice

    1456 Fulton St

    Brooklyn, NY 11216

    (718) 636-4500

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    Dr. Viresh Kumar's Practice 2

    2300 Westchester Ave Ste 302

    Bronx, NY 10462

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Viresh Kumar?

    Dr. Kumar has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    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 1932169711.

    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. Viresh Kumar's specialty?

    Dr. Kumar is a Pediatrician near Brooklyn, NY. 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. Viresh Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kumar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein. 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 Viresh Kumar accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Viresh Kumar offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kumar, or call (718) 636-4500 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Viresh Kumar?

    Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (718) 636-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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