Summary

Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta specializes in Internal Medicine with additional expertise in Geriatric Medicine, focusing on comprehensive care for adults and older patients. He earned his medical degree from Coimbatore Medical College and completed his residency at New York Methodist Hospital. With 34 years of clinical experience, Dr. Tummalapenta brings extensive knowledge to his practice of adult and senior healthcare.

Dr. Tummalapenta practices in Bronx, New York, where he provides care at multiple locations including Tender Medical Care and North Central Bronx Hospital. He treats conditions such as high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. His practice includes performing diagnostic procedures like complete blood counts, urinalysis, and comprehensive metabolic panels to help monitor and manage his patients' health. Patients rate Dr. Tummalapenta 4.9 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 34 years of experience
  • 64 insurance plans accepted
  • New York Methodist Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Nirmala Rao Tummalapenta has 2 locations

Tender Medical Care

4238 Bronx BlvdBronx, NY 10466
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed

North Central Bronx Hospital

3424 Kossuth AveBronx, NY 10467

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Speaks English Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English
Bronx , NYBrooklyn , NYBRANCHBURG , NJNew York , NY
Med School: Coimbatore Medical College Med School: ANDIZHAN STATE MEDICAL INSTITUTE Med School: Ross University School of Medicine, Dominica Med School: Sri Ramachandra Med Col
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nirmala Rao Tummalapenta

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • 1199SEIU - PPO
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • ConnectiCare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Montefiore HMO
  • MVP Health Care
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nirmala Rao Tummalapenta has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nirmala Rao Tummalapenta has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. Nirmala Rao Tummalapenta holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Methodist Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Coimbatore Medical College in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Tummalapenta's NPI number is 1346381183.

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Dr. Nirmala Rao Tummalapenta's office is located at 4238 Bronx Blvd, Bronx, NY, 10466.
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