Summary

Dr. Ashok Kumar is a cardiovascular disease specialist and internal medicine physician with over five decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Government Medical College Amritsar and completed his residency training at New Brunswick Affiliated Hospital. Dr. Kumar speaks both Spanish and English, allowing him to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Kumar practices at multiple locations including East Brunswick and New Brunswick, New Jersey, with affiliations at The Children's Hospital at Saint Peters and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. He focuses on treating high blood pressure conditions, including emergency situations requiring immediate attention. His expertise includes performing heart monitoring tests like EKGs, as well as specialized ultrasound procedures to evaluate blood flow and check carotid arteries for blockages. Patients rate Dr. Kumar 4.2 out of 5 stars on average for his cardiovascular care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 55 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • New Brunswick Affiliated Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ashok Kumar has 3 locations

Kumar Ashok Medical Group

75 Brunswick Woods DrEast Brunswick, NJ 08816
Mon9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Tue1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wed10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

1 Robert Wood Johnson PlNew Brunswick, NJ 08901

Ltach Careone At Saint Peters University Hospital

254 Easton Ave Fl 1New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
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4.2 
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55 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Russian, Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks English
East Brunswick , NJBrooklyn , NYBrooklyn , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: Government Medical College Amritsar Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: New York University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ashok Kumar

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ashok Kumar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ashok Kumar has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiac Ultrasound
  • Chest Pain
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Exercise Stress Test
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Nuclear Stress Test
  • Palpitations
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

Dr. Ashok Kumar holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New Brunswick Affiliated Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Government Medical College Amritsar in 1971.

NPI Number

Dr. Kumar's NPI number is 1962438036.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Ashok Kumar speak?
Dr. Ashok Kumar speaks Spanish and English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Ashok Kumar affiliated with?
Dr. Ashok Kumar is affiliated with The Childrens Hospital At Saint Peters.

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