Summary

Dr. Shekar Kumar has practiced cardiology for 35 years and is affiliated with Self Regional Medical Center. He treats chest wall pain, alcohol or drug blackouts, and altered level of consciousness, and performs cardiac rehabilitation and electrocardiograms.

He completed his residency at Vidant Medical Center/East Carolina University Program and sees patients in Greenwood, South Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kumar 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Vidant Medical Center/East Carolina University Program
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Advanced Cardiology Associates

421 Epting AveGreenwood, SC 29646
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Shekar P. Kumar, MDDr. Jon Francis Lucas, MDDr. Jack Eliot Dobkin, DODr. Benjamin Shinn Horne III, MD
CardiologyCardiologyCardiologyCardiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
5 
4.2 
5 
3.5 
35 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Greenwood , SCGreenville , SCLaurens , SCGreenville , SC
Med School: Stanley Med College Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Shekar P. Kumar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Priority Health
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Shekar P. Kumar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Shekar P. Kumar has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Shekar P. Kumar holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Vidant Medical Center/East Carolina University Program and Pitt Co Mem Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases E Carolina Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Psychiatry Pitt Co Mem Hosp, Psychiatry Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Psychiatry.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanley Med College in 1991 and Stanley Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Madras- Tn- India in 1991.

NPI Number

Shekar P. Kumar's NPI number is 1811978661.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Shekar Kumar's office located?
Shekar Kumar's office is located at 421 Epting Ave, Greenwood, SC, 29646.
Is Shekar Kumar accepting new patients?
Shekar Kumar is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Shekar Kumar's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Shekar Kumar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Shekar Kumar accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Shekar Kumar speak?
Shekar Kumar speaks English.
Does Shekar Kumar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Shekar Kumar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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