Summary

Dr. Prem Kumar is a pulmonologist and critical care medicine specialist who brings more than five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Madras Medical College and completed his residency at Woodhull Medical And Mental Health Center. With 52 years of experience treating patients with complex respiratory and critical care conditions, Dr. Kumar has developed extensive knowledge in managing both routine and life-threatening pulmonary disorders.

Dr. Kumar practices at Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center in Riverside, California. He specializes in helping patients with breathing problems and shortness of breath, including those who experience difficulty breathing during physical activity. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung capacity, bronchodilator reversibility testing to assess treatment responses, and asthma challenge tests to diagnose respiratory conditions. Patients rate Dr. Kumar 2.0 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • 2
  • 52 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • Woodhull Medical And Mental Health Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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PulmonologyPulmonologyNurse PractitionerCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients
52 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu
Riverside , CAOrange , CALoma Linda , CAPomona , CA
Med School: Madras Medical College Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Prem Kumar

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Optum Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Prem Kumar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Prem Kumar has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Asthma
  • Critical Care Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. Prem Kumar holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Woodhull Medical And Mental Health Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Madras Medical College in 1976 and MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Kumar's NPI number is 1235206053.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Prem Kumar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Prem Kumar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Prem Kumar?
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Where is Dr. Prem Kumar's office located?
Dr. Prem Kumar's office is located at 10800 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA, 92505.
Which hospitals is Dr. Prem Kumar affiliated with?
Dr. Prem Kumar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center.
Does Dr. Prem Kumar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Prem Kumar accepts on their Vitals profile.

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