Summary

Dr. Ambica Tumkur is a neurologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the brain and nervous system. She earned her medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed her residency training at Duke University Medical Center. With 16 years of experience in neurology, Dr. Tumkur brings extensive expertise to her practice. She is fluent in Chinese, English, French, and Spanish.

Dr. Tumkur practices at Norton Neuroscience Institute Neurology in Louisville, Kentucky, and maintains hospital privileges at Norton Brownsboro Hospital. Her clinical expertise includes treating absence epilepsy and performing specialized neurological testing. She conducts electroencephalograms to monitor brain activity and uses balance testing to evaluate neurological function. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average score of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish
  • Duke University Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Norton Neuroscience Institute Neurology

4915 Norton Healthcare Blvd Ste 301Louisville, KY 40241

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati Speaks English Speaks English
Louisville , KYTampa , FLNew York , NYLouisville , KY
Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: Newcastle University UK Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ambica M Tumkur

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
  • Anthem Indiana Medicaid
  • Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Corvel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana Medicare
  • Indiana Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • Wellcare
  • WellCare Medicare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • Workers’ Compensation

Medical Specialties

Ambica M Tumkur has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Ambica M Tumkur has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Ambica M Tumkur holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Duke University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Ambica M Tumkur's NPI number is 1518283993.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Ambica Tumkur speak?
Ambica Tumkur speaks Chinese, English, French, and Spanish.
Is Ambica Tumkur accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Ambica Tumkur affiliated with?
Ambica Tumkur is affiliated with Norton Brownsboro Hospital.
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