Summary

Dr. Awani Kumar specializes in pulmonology and critical care medicine, bringing nearly four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center. With 39 years of experience treating complex respiratory conditions, Dr. Kumar has developed deep expertise in managing both chronic lung diseases and critical care situations. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Kumar practices at Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus and maintains offices in Whiting and Toms River, New Jersey. He focuses on treating serious respiratory conditions including COPD with complications, chronic lung disease, and respiratory failure. His diagnostic capabilities include performing pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung capacity and chest imaging studies. Patients have given Dr. Kumar an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 39 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Woodhull Medical And Mental Health Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Awani Kumar has 4 locations

Kumar Awani Office

401 Lacey Rd Ste DWhiting, NJ 08759
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kumar Awani Office

780 Route 37 W Ste 110Toms River, NJ 08755
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu11:30 am - 4:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Community Medical Center

99 Route 37 WToms River, NJ 08755

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonology
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39 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Whiting , NJPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Rajendra Institute Of Medical Sciences Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Awani Kumar

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • HealthPartners
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Optum Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Security Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Awani Kumar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Awani Kumar has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Woodhull Medical And Mental Health Center

Medical School

Rajendra Institute Of Medical SciencesGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Awani Kumar speak?
Dr. Awani Kumar speaks English.
Does Dr. Awani Kumar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Awani Kumar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Awani Kumar's office located?
Dr. Awani Kumar's office is located at 401 Lacey Rd Ste D, Whiting, NJ, 08759.
Which hospitals is Dr. Awani Kumar affiliated with?
Dr. Awani Kumar is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Awani Kumar?
You can find contact information for Dr. Awani Kumar here on Vitals.

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