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Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD

Gastroenterology*

Elmhurst, IL

Accepting new patients

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Overview of Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD

Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Elmhurst, IL. They graduated from MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE and is affiliated with Elmhurst Hospital - Main Campus. Patients rated Dr. Kumar an average 3.2 star rating.

Dr. Kumar works at Practice in Elmhurst, IL with other offices in Oak Park, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Anal or Rectal Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kumar's Office Locations

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Elmhurst Center for Health - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
1200 S York St Ste 2000, Elmhurst, IL 60126 Directions (331) 221-9003
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133 E Brush Hill Rd Ste 310, Elmhurst, IL 60126 Directions (331) 221-9003
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Elmhurst Clinic
1100 Lake St Ste 230, Oak Park, IL 60301 Directions (331) 221-9003
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Edward Elmhurst Hlth Ctr - North Elmhurst
755 N York St, Elmhurst, IL 60126 Directions (331) 221-9000

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Gastroenterology
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Languages Spoken

English, Tamil

NPI Number

1881853596

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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE

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Is Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD accepting new patients?

Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Kumar is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

Does Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Kumar accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Kumar has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

What practice does Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD work with?

Dr. Kumar works at Practice in Elmhurst, IL with other offices in Oak Park, IL. View the full addresses on Dr. Kumar’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD treats?

Dr. Kumar has seen patients for Anal or Rectal Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kumar on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

What languages does Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD speak?

Dr. Kumar speaks Tamil.

How do patients rate Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD in reviews?

6 patients have reviewed Dr. Kumar. The overall rating for this provider is 3.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kumar.

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Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD

Overview of Dr. Shakthi Kumar, MD

Dr. Kumar's Office Locations

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