Summary

Dr. Akash Kumar is a gastroenterologist who also practices internal medicine, providing comprehensive digestive health care for his patients. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where he also completed both his residency training and specialized fellowship in gastroenterology. This thorough training at a leading academic medical center has prepared him to address a wide range of digestive disorders and internal medicine concerns. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English.

Dr. Kumar practices at Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, New York, and maintains hospital affiliations with The Mount Sinai Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, dyspepsia, and heartburn. His expertise includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures like colonoscopy and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, which help patients receive accurate diagnoses and effective treatments for their digestive health concerns.

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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
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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Bronx , NYNEW YORK , NYNEW YORK , NYNEW YORK , NY
Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai (Medical Education) Med School: Cornell University Med School: State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine 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

Where is Akash R. Kumar's office located?
Akash R. Kumar's office is located at 111 E 210th St, Bronx, NY, 10467.
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What languages does Akash R. Kumar speak?
Akash R. Kumar speaks English.

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