Summary

Dr. Awani Kumar specializes in pulmonology and critical care medicine, bringing 39 years of experience 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. Dr. Kumar speaks English and provides comprehensive care for patients with complex respiratory and critical care needs.

Dr. Kumar practices at Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus and maintains offices in Whiting and Toms River, New Jersey. He treats patients with respiratory failure and various forms of hypertension, including pediatric cases. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung health. Patients rate him 4.0 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

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
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

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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Speaks English
Whiting , NJPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Rajendra Institute Of Medical Sciences Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: University College Of Medical Sciences And Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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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

Dr. Awani 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 Woodhull Medical And Mental Health Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Rajendra Institute Of Medical Sciences in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Kumar's NPI number is 1497720635.

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Is Dr. Awani Kumar accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Awani Kumar affiliated with?
Dr. Awani Kumar is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus.
Where is Dr. Awani Kumar's office located?
Dr. Awani Kumar's office is located at 401 Lacey Rd Ste D, Whiting, NJ, 08759.
Does Dr. Awani Kumar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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