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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Family Medicine Specialist in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. Sonia Kumar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Kumar graduated from Kilpauk Med College and completed her residency at Fairview-Univ M C-Riverside, Family Practice. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office.
Where did Dr. Kumar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview-Univ M C-Riverside, Family Practice | University of Minnesota Medical School Program
Medical School: Kilpauk Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Kilpauk Med College
Is Dr. Kumar board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sonia 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kumar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. Kumar in Saint Paul, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
HealthPartners
Medica Group
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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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 1770548042.
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. Sonia Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Saint Paul, MN.
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. Sonia Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn, North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sonia Kumar accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?
Yes, Dr. Sonia Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sonia Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sonia Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sonia Kumar have?
Dr. Sonia Kumar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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