Summary

Dr. Ruma Kumar specializes in internal medicine, hospital medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and brings 34 years of experience to her practice.

Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout San Jose, California, including Regional Medical Center of San Jose, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. She focuses on treating conditions such as high cholesterol in children and teens, heart failure, and hypertension. Her clinical expertise includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels and diabetic nephropathy screening to help monitor and manage her patients' health.

Overview based on verified provider data

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, Spanish
San Jose , CATigard , ORScottsdale , AZDiamond Bar , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
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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

Dr. Ruma 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

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Kumar's NPI number is 1578635322.

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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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ruma Kumar affiliated with?
Dr. Ruma Kumar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center.
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.
Does Dr. Ruma Kumar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ruma Kumar accepts on their Vitals profile.
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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