Dr. Varinder Kumar

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 24+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Varinder Kumar, MD, is a Rheumatology specialist in Danbury, Connecticut. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2000, having over 24 years of diverse experience, especially in Rheumatology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Danbury Hospital, Manchester Memorial Hospital, St Francis Hospital & Medical Center. Dr. Varinder Kumar also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Western Connecticut Medical Group, Inc. Dr. Varinder Kumar accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (203) 739-7118 to request Dr. Varinder Kumar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 24 Hospital Ave
Danbury, CT 06810-6099

Phone 1: (203) 739-7118

Fax: (203) 739-8520
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Varinder Kumar
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7315974706
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Rheumatology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 24 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Varinder Kumar graduated from medical school in 2000.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1225040637
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Sunday, August 13, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Varinder Kumar

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Varinder Kumar has been primarily specialized in Rheumatology for over 24 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
    An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and "collagen" diseases.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Hospitalist
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    Hospitalist
    Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Western Connecticut Medical Group, Inc


Practice Locations

24 Hospital Ave
Danbury, CT 06810-6099
Phone: (203) 739-7118
Fax: (203) 739-8520
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Tuesday, April 28, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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