Summary

Dr. Smitha Kumar is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients and families for over three decades. She earned her medical degree from Second Tashkent State Medical Institute and completed her residency training at HHC Metropolitan Hospital Center. Dr. Kumar is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse communities effectively.

Dr. Kumar practices at Saint Louise Regional Hospital in Gilroy, California. She specializes in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating high blood pressure, and addressing various lipid disorders. Her approach includes comprehensive health assessments and coordinated physical therapy services when needed. Patients have given Dr. Kumar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 33 years of experience
  • 67 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Hhc Metropolitan Hospital Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 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

Smitha Kumar

9460 No Name Uno Ste 115Gilroy, CA 95020
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
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Med School: Second Tashkent State Medical Institute Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Smitha Kumar

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - IPA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • CareMore
  • CareSource
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Choice
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Smitha Kumar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Smitha Kumar has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Smitha 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 Hhc Metropolitan Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Second Tashkent State Medical Institute in 1993.

NPI Number

Smitha Kumar's NPI number is 1619965688.

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Smitha Kumar speaks English and Spanish.
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