Arun Kumar
Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions
Northwest Nephrology Clinic
5255 Snapfinger Park Drive, Ste110, 
Decatur, GA 

Overview

Arun Kumar is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Decatur, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 39 years.

Dr. Kumar is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Glomerulonephritis.

Dr. Kumar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2014. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

Madras Medical College, 1987.0

Residency

University Hospitals of Cleveland

Specialties

Nephrology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in GA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2014

Fellowships

PennState Hershey / Milton S Hershey Medical Center

Hospital Affiliations

Emory Hillandale Hospital
Emory Decatur Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Tamil

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Northwest Nephrology Clinic
5255 Snapfinger Park Drive, Ste110, Decatur, GA 30035

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Arun Kumar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Arun Kumar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Arun Kumar by calling their office at 770-981-2211. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Arun Kumar a top-rated expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Arun Kumar is classified as an Advanced expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Arun Kumar specialize in?

While Dr. Arun Kumar is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Acute Kidney Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.

Does Dr. Arun Kumar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Arun Kumar has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). You can view a list of Dr. Arun Kumar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Arun Kumar accept my insurance?

Dr. Arun Kumar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 770-981-2211 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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