Summary

Dr. Akash Kumar treats colon polyps, dyspepsia, and pyrosis, and performs colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He practices gastroenterology and internal medicine and is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital.

Dr. Kumar completed his residency and fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and sees patients in the Bronx, New York.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Akash R. Kumar has 2 locations

New York GI Center

1200 Waters Pl Ste M117Bronx, NY 10461

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9 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Cantonese, Chinese, Mandarin, Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English Speaks English
Bronx , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai (Medical Education) Med School: SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine (State University of New York) Med School: State University of New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Akash R. Kumar

  • 1199SEIU
  • 1199SEIU - HMO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - IPA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Partners Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Akash R. Kumar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Akash R. Kumar has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Clinical Depression
  • Insomnia
  • Internal Medicine
  • Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Schizophrenia

Certifications, License, & Education

Akash R. Kumar holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

Residency

Completed their residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai (Medical Education).

NPI Number

Akash R. Kumar's NPI number is 1750708731.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Akash Kumar accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Akash Kumar affiliated with?
Akash Kumar is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital.
Where is Akash Kumar's office located?
Akash Kumar's office is located at 1250 Waters Pl Fl 9, Bronx, NY, 10461.
Does Akash Kumar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Akash Kumar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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