Expertise in
5
conditions

Dr. Manisha S. Kumar

Rheumatology
Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley
3811 Valley Centre Dr, 
San Diego, CA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
5
conditions
Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley
3811 Valley Centre Dr, 
San Diego, CA 

Overview

Manisha Kumar is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California.

Dr. Kumar is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Scripps Green Hospital
Scripps Mercy Hospital
Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
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Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HMSA
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
SCAN Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Trustmark
  • 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

Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley
3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92130

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.

1 Total Publications

Interventions to Improve Treatment Adherence in Psoriasis: A Systematic Review.
Interventions to Improve Treatment Adherence in Psoriasis: A Systematic Review.
Journal: The Australasian journal of dermatology
Published: February 13, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Manisha S. Kumar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Manisha S. Kumar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Manisha S. Kumar by calling their office at 858-682-0164. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Manisha S. Kumar a top-rated expert for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Manisha S. Kumar is classified as an Advanced expert for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, 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. Manisha S. Kumar specialize in?

While Dr. Manisha S. Kumar is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Fibromyalgia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Manisha S. Kumar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Manisha S. Kumar has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. You can view a list of Dr. Manisha S. Kumar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Manisha S. Kumar accept my insurance?

Dr. Manisha S. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 858-682-0164 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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