Expertise in
73
conditions

Dr. Navin L. Kumar

Gastroenterology
Franciscan Health Dyer
24 Joliet St, 
Dyer, IN 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
73
conditions
Franciscan Health Dyer
24 Joliet St, 
Dyer, IN 

Overview

Navin Kumar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Dyer, Indiana.

Dr. Kumar is highly rated in 73 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Esophagitis, Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 80 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IN

Hospital Affiliations

Community Hospital
Pinnacle Hospital
Franciscan Health Munster
Methodist Hospitals Inc
Franciscan Health Dyer

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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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
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
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Celtic
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Dominion National
  • MEDICARE PDP
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • 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
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Health Services
  • EPO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
MDwise
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • 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

Franciscan Health Dyer
24 Joliet St, Dyer, IN 46311

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Kumar has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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.

80 Total Publications

Long Non-Coding RNAs in Human Disease: An Overview of Biogenesis, Molecular Mechanism and Therapeutic Opportunities.
Long Non-Coding RNAs in Human Disease: An Overview of Biogenesis, Molecular Mechanism and Therapeutic Opportunities.
Journal: Current issues in molecular biology
Published: March 25, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Navin L. Kumar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Navin L. Kumar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Navin L. Kumar by calling their office at 219-865-2141. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Navin L. Kumar a top-rated expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Navin L. Kumar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, 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. Navin L. Kumar specialize in?

While Dr. Navin L. Kumar is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Esophagitis, and Gastric Dysmotility. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Navin L. Kumar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Navin L. Kumar has published 80 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. You can view a list of Dr. Navin L. Kumar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Navin L. Kumar accept my insurance?

Dr. Navin L. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 219-865-2141 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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