Dr Dhiren Kumar, MD - Medicare Nephrology in Richmond, VA

Dr Dhiren Kumar, MD is a medicare enrolled "Internal Medicine - Nephrology" physician in Richmond, Virginia. He went to University Of Virginia School Of Medicine and graduated in 2002 and has 22 years of diverse experience with area of expertise as Nephrology. He is a member of the group practice Mcv Associated Physicians and his current practice location is 1250 E Marshall St, Internal Medicine, Richmond, Virginia. You can reach out to his office (for appointments etc.) via phone at (804) 828-9682.

Dr Dhiren Kumar is licensed to practice in Virginia (license number 0101238466) and he also participates in the medicare program. He accepts medicare assignments (which means he accepts the Medicare-approved amount; you will not be billed for any more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance) and his NPI Number is 1629162938.

Contact Information

Dr Dhiren Kumar, MD
1250 E Marshall St, Internal Medicine,
Richmond, VA 23298-5051
(804) 828-9682
(804) 828-7567



Physician's Profile

Full NameDr Dhiren Kumar
GenderMale
SpecialityNephrology
Experience22 Years
Location1250 E Marshall St, Richmond, Virginia
Accepts Medicare AssignmentsYes. He accepts the Medicare-approved amount; you will not be billed for any more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.
  Medical Education and Training:
  • Dr Dhiren Kumar attended and graduated from University Of Virginia School Of Medicine in 2002
  NPI Data:
  • NPI Number: 1629162938
  • Provider Enumeration Date: 10/03/2006
  • Last Update Date: 08/15/2013
  Medicare PECOS Information:
  • PECOS PAC ID: 4587682513
  • Enrollment ID: I20051108000355

Medical Identifiers

Medical identifiers for Dr Dhiren Kumar such as npi, medicare ID, medicare PIN, medicaid, etc.
IdentifierTypeStateIssuer
1629162938NPI-NPPES

Medical Taxonomies and Licenses

TaxonomyTypeLicense (State)Status
207RN0300XInternal Medicine - Nephrology 0101238466 (Virginia)Primary

Medical Facilities Affiliation

Facility NameLocationFacility Type
Medical College Of Virginia HospitalsRichmond, VAHospital

Group Practice Association

Group Practice NameGroup PECOS PAC IDNo. of Members
Mcv Associated Physicians43855421171312

News Archive

Robotic-assisted knee replacement linked to lower odds of complications after surgery

A study by Dr. Geoffrey Westrich and colleagues at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) found knee replacement performed with robotic assistance led to a lower complication rate in the first three months following surgery.

Methylation provides signal of unique mix of leukocytes

When a person is sick, there is a tell-tale sign in their blood: a different mix of the various types of immune cells called leukocytes. A group of scientists at several institutions including Brown University has discovered a way to determine that mix from the DNA in archival or fresh blood samples, potentially providing a practical new technology not only for medical research but also for clinical diagnosis and treatment monitoring of ailments including some cancers.

Premiums for employer-sponsored family health insurance increase by 50% from 2003 to 2010

Premiums for employer-sponsored family health insurance increased by 50 percent from 2003 to 2010, and the annual amount that employees pay toward their insurance increased by 63 percent as businesses required employees to contribute a greater share, according to a new Commonwealth Fund report that examines state trends in health insurance costs.

Chlorophyll in green vegetables offers protection against cancer

A recent study at Oregon State University found that the chlorophyll in green vegetables offers protection against cancer when tested against the modest carcinogen exposure levels most likely to be found in the environment.

DSMB recommends discontinuation of Aeterna Zentaris' perifosine Phase 3 study for MM

Aeterna Zentaris Inc. today announced that an independent Data Safety Monitoring Board has recommended discontinuing the ongoing Phase 3 study comparing the efficacy and safety of perifosine to placebo when combined with bortezomib (Velcade) and dexamethasone in patients with relapsed or relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma.

Read more Medical News

› Verified 9 days ago

Medicare Reassignments

Some practitioners may not bill the customers directly but medicare billing happens through clinics / group practice / hospitals where the provider works. Medicare reassignment of benefits is a mechanism by which practitioners allow third parties to bill and receive payment for medicare services performed by them. Dr Dhiren Kumar allows following entities to bill medicare on his behalf.
Entity NameMcv Associated Physicians
Entity TypePart B Supplier - Clinic/group Practice
Entity IdentifiersNPI Number: 1710959457
PECOS PAC ID: 4385542117
Enrollment ID: O20031230000559

News Archive

Robotic-assisted knee replacement linked to lower odds of complications after surgery

A study by Dr. Geoffrey Westrich and colleagues at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) found knee replacement performed with robotic assistance led to a lower complication rate in the first three months following surgery.

Methylation provides signal of unique mix of leukocytes

When a person is sick, there is a tell-tale sign in their blood: a different mix of the various types of immune cells called leukocytes. A group of scientists at several institutions including Brown University has discovered a way to determine that mix from the DNA in archival or fresh blood samples, potentially providing a practical new technology not only for medical research but also for clinical diagnosis and treatment monitoring of ailments including some cancers.

Premiums for employer-sponsored family health insurance increase by 50% from 2003 to 2010

Premiums for employer-sponsored family health insurance increased by 50 percent from 2003 to 2010, and the annual amount that employees pay toward their insurance increased by 63 percent as businesses required employees to contribute a greater share, according to a new Commonwealth Fund report that examines state trends in health insurance costs.

Chlorophyll in green vegetables offers protection against cancer

A recent study at Oregon State University found that the chlorophyll in green vegetables offers protection against cancer when tested against the modest carcinogen exposure levels most likely to be found in the environment.

DSMB recommends discontinuation of Aeterna Zentaris' perifosine Phase 3 study for MM

Aeterna Zentaris Inc. today announced that an independent Data Safety Monitoring Board has recommended discontinuing the ongoing Phase 3 study comparing the efficacy and safety of perifosine to placebo when combined with bortezomib (Velcade) and dexamethasone in patients with relapsed or relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma.

Read more Medical News

› Verified 9 days ago

Medicare Part D Prescriber Enrollment

Any physician or other eligible professional who prescribes Part D drugs must either enroll in the Medicare program or opt out in order to prescribe drugs to their patients with Part D prescription drug benefit plans. Dr Dhiren Kumar is enrolled with medicare and thus, if eligible, can prescribe medicare part D drugs to patients with medicare part D benefits.

Mailing Address and Practice Location

Mailing AddressPractice Location Address
Dr Dhiren Kumar, MD
Po Box 91734,
Richmond, VA 23291-1734

Ph: (804) 358-6100
Dr Dhiren Kumar, MD
1250 E Marshall St, Internal Medicine,
Richmond, VA 23298-5051

Ph: (804) 828-9682

News Archive

Robotic-assisted knee replacement linked to lower odds of complications after surgery

A study by Dr. Geoffrey Westrich and colleagues at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) found knee replacement performed with robotic assistance led to a lower complication rate in the first three months following surgery.

Methylation provides signal of unique mix of leukocytes

When a person is sick, there is a tell-tale sign in their blood: a different mix of the various types of immune cells called leukocytes. A group of scientists at several institutions including Brown University has discovered a way to determine that mix from the DNA in archival or fresh blood samples, potentially providing a practical new technology not only for medical research but also for clinical diagnosis and treatment monitoring of ailments including some cancers.

Premiums for employer-sponsored family health insurance increase by 50% from 2003 to 2010

Premiums for employer-sponsored family health insurance increased by 50 percent from 2003 to 2010, and the annual amount that employees pay toward their insurance increased by 63 percent as businesses required employees to contribute a greater share, according to a new Commonwealth Fund report that examines state trends in health insurance costs.

Chlorophyll in green vegetables offers protection against cancer

A recent study at Oregon State University found that the chlorophyll in green vegetables offers protection against cancer when tested against the modest carcinogen exposure levels most likely to be found in the environment.

DSMB recommends discontinuation of Aeterna Zentaris' perifosine Phase 3 study for MM

Aeterna Zentaris Inc. today announced that an independent Data Safety Monitoring Board has recommended discontinuing the ongoing Phase 3 study comparing the efficacy and safety of perifosine to placebo when combined with bortezomib (Velcade) and dexamethasone in patients with relapsed or relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma.

Read more News

› Verified 9 days ago


Internal Medicine Doctors in Richmond, VA

Dr. Amy Samantha May Paul, M.D.
Nephrology
Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 1250 E Marshall St, Dept. Of Internal Medicine/geriatric Medicine, Richmond, VA 23298
Phone: 804-254-3500    Fax: 804-254-1616
Dr. Clifton Linwood Parker, M.D.
Nephrology
Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 8300 Fulham Drive, Richmond, VA 23227
Phone: 804-264-5901    
Dr. Michael A Mistretta, M.D.
Nephrology
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 6600 W Broad St Ste 300, Richmond, VA 23230
Phone: 804-320-4243    Fax: 804-622-0552
Patricia J Sime, MD
Nephrology
Medicare: Medicare Enrolled
Practice Location: 9000 Stony Point Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23235
Phone: 804-560-8921    Fax: 804-560-8992
Dr. Katherine Lavan Smallwood, M.D.
Nephrology
Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 6900 Forest Ave, Suite 300, Richmond, VA 23230
Phone: 804-346-1515    Fax: 804-270-2888
Walid G. Abou Assi, M.D.
Nephrology
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 7605 Forest Ave, Suite 109, Richmond, VA 23229
Phone: 804-285-6390    Fax: 804-285-6393
Dr. Paulina Essah, M.D.
Nephrology
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 719 N 25th St, Richmond, VA 23223
Phone: 804-253-1963    Fax: 804-780-0862

Find & Compare Providers Near You: Find and compare doctors, nursing homes, hospitals, and other health care providers in your area that accept Medicare. Get information like: Find a doctor or clinician that accepts Medicare near you.

Doctors and clinicians: Doctors and clinicians include doctors, clinicians and groups who are qualified to practice in many specialties. Each specialty focuses on certain parts of the body, periods of life, conditions, or primary care. The doctors, clinicians, and groups listed here typically work in an office or clinic setting. Also those who currently accept Medicare are included.

Hospitals: Find information about Medicare-certified hospitals and long-term care hospitals in your area, including Veterans Administration medical centers and military hospitals, across the country. Long-term care hospitals serve critically ill and medically complex patients who require extended hospital care.

Data provided: Information on www.medicareusa.org is built using open data sources published by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) under Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

© 2024 MedicareUsa. All rights reserved. Maintained by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.