Summary

Dr. Sumit Perakathu is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from American University of Antigua. With 18 years of experience in primary care, he focuses on comprehensive health management for patients of all ages. Dr. Perakathu speaks English and provides personalized care to help families maintain their overall wellness.

Dr. Perakathu practices at WellMed at Central Park in Harlingen, Texas, where he specializes in managing complex conditions like diabetes and kidney disease. He has particular expertise in treating chronic kidney disease, including advanced stages that require specialized monitoring. His practice also coordinates essential preventive services such as mammograms and physical therapy to support his patients' long-term health goals. Patients consistently rate Dr. Perakathu highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 18 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • American University of Antigua
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

WellMed at Central Park

509 S Expressway 83 Ste B2Harlingen, TX 78550
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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Med School: American University of Antigua Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Dow Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Sumit Skariah Perakathu

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Humana
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Priority Health
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Renaissance - HMO
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Sumit Skariah Perakathu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Sumit Skariah Perakathu has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Sumit Skariah Perakathu holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from American University of Antigua in 2008.

NPI Number

Sumit Skariah Perakathu's NPI number is 1326427782.

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