Summary

Dr. Vivek Kumar treats dry eye and performs cataract surgery and comprehensive eye exams. He also performs eye exams, retinal imaging, and dilated eye exams, and has practiced ophthalmology for 15 years. He is affiliated with Greenwich Hospital.

Dr. Kumar earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed residencies at Greenwich Hospital in 2018 and Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in 2021. He sees patients in Amityville, Little Neck, Hewlett, and Brentwood, New York. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kumar 4.97 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 15 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
  • 29 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Locations

Dr Vivek Kumar has 4 locations

SightMD

805 Broadway Ste 106Amityville, NY 11701
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 2:00 pm

SightMD

5515 Little Neck Pkwy Ste L10Little Neck, NY 11362
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 1:00 pm

SightMD

1229 Broadway Ste 210Hewlett, NY 11557
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 2:30 pm
SatClosed
Sun10:00 am - 4:00 pm

SightMD

601 Suffolk AveBrentwood, NY 11717
Mon7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Sat7:30 am - 1:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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15 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Korean Speaks English, Spanish
Amityville , NYNew York , NYFresh Meadows , NYBellmore , NY
Med School: New York University School of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Brown University School of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Vivek Kumar

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Kansas City
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Rhode Island
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Western New York
  • Blue Shield of Northeastern New York
  • Capital BlueCross
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida
  • Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr Vivek Kumar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Vivek Kumar has the following area of expertise

  • Cataract Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr Vivek Kumar holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in 2021 and Greenwich Hospital in 2018.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School of Medicine in 2017, New York University (NYU) in 2017, and Cornell University in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr Kumar's NPI number is 1336671288.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr Vivek Kumar's office located?
Dr Vivek Kumar's office is located at 805 Broadway Ste 106, Amityville, NY, 11701.
How can I make an appointment with Dr Vivek Kumar?
You can find contact information for Dr Vivek Kumar here on Vitals.
Does Dr Vivek Kumar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Vivek Kumar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr Vivek Kumar affiliated with?
Dr Vivek Kumar is affiliated with Greenwich Hospital.
Does Dr Vivek Kumar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Vivek Kumar accepts on their Vitals profile.

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