Summary

Surgical oncology is the focus of Dr. Shicha Kumar's practice, where she treats breast cancer, metastatic or recurrent breast cancer, and Paget disease of the breast. She has practiced oncology and surgical oncology for 22 years and is affiliated with Roswell Park Cancer Institute Hospital. Dr. Kumar earned her medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and sees patients in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kumar 4.57 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 22 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey

195 Little Albany StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: SUNY Downstate College of Medicine Med School: Taipei Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Shicha Kumar

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Shicha Kumar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Shicha Kumar has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Shicha Kumar holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2004.

NPI Number

Shicha Kumar's NPI number is 1518100262.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shicha Kumar accepting new patients?
Shicha Kumar is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Shicha Kumar's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Shicha Kumar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Shicha Kumar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Shicha Kumar affiliated with?
Shicha Kumar is affiliated with Roswell Park Cancer Institute Hospital.
Where is Shicha Kumar's office located?
Shicha Kumar's office is located at 195 Little Albany St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901.
How can I make an appointment with Shicha Kumar?
You can find contact information for Shicha Kumar here on Vitals.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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