Dr. Kapisthalm S Kumar

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 49+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Kapisthalm S Kumar, MD, is a Medical Oncology specialist in Hudson, Florida. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1975, having over 49 years of diverse experience, especially in Medical Oncology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Florida Hospital North Pinellas, Medical Center Of Trinity, Morton Plant Hospital, Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point. Dr. Kapisthalm S Kumar also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Florida Cancer Specialists P L. Dr. Kapisthalm S Kumar accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (727) 862-9026 to request Dr. Kapisthalm S Kumar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 14100 Fivay Rd
Hudson, FL 34667-7181

Phone 1: (727) 862-9026
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Kapisthalm S Kumar
Gender Male
PECOS ID 3870553670
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

  • Medical Oncology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 49 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. Kapisthalm S Kumar graduated from medical school in 1975.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1255335758
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, June 13, 2005
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does 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. Kapisthalm S Kumar

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Kapisthalm S Kumar has been primarily specialized in Hematology for over 49 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Hematology
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    Hematology
    An internist with additional training who specializes in diseases of the blood, spleen and lymph. This specialist treats conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia and lymphoma.
  • 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.
  • Internal Medicine / Medical Oncology
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    Medical Oncology
    An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Florida Cancer Specialists P L


Practice Locations

14100 Fivay Rd
Hudson, FL 34667-7181
Phone: (727) 862-9026
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 Wednesday, February 10, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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