Summary

Dr. Ruma Kumar is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine and hospice & palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and brings 34 years of clinical experience to her practice. Her expertise spans caring for hospitalized patients and providing compassionate end-of-life care through her palliative medicine training.

Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout San Jose, California. She focuses on treating complex conditions such as chronic kidney disease and heart failure, while also caring for patients with altered consciousness levels. Her clinical expertise includes performing comprehensive health assessments through metabolic testing and specialized screening for diabetic kidney complications.

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Quick Facts

  • 34 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
  • 3 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Ruma Kumar has 4 locations

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Speaks English, French, Bambara Speaks English
San Jose , CATigard , ORBeverly Hills , CAKaty , TX
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ruma Kumar

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ruma Kumar has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ruma Kumar has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 1992

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Ruma Kumar's office located?
Dr. Ruma Kumar's office is located at 250 Hospital Pkwy, San Jose, CA, 95119.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruma Kumar?
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Does Dr. Ruma Kumar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ruma Kumar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ruma Kumar affiliated with?
Dr. Ruma Kumar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center.
Is Dr. Ruma Kumar accepting new patients?
Dr. Ruma Kumar has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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