Expertise in
28
conditions

Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta

Gastroenterology
Mount Sinai Medical Center
5 E 98th St Fl 11, 
New York, NY 
Offers Telehealth
17 Years of Experience
Expertise in
28
conditions
Mount Sinai Medical Center
5 E 98th St Fl 11, 
New York, NY 

Overview

Nikhil Kumta is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

Dr. Kumta is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Bile Duct Obstruction, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 136 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Graduate Year

2009

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NY

Hospital Affiliations

Nyu Langone Hospitals

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health First
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  • POS
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • 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

Mount Sinai Medical Center
5 E 98th St Fl 11, New York, NY 10029

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Kumta 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.

1 Clinical Trials

Prospective Registry for Trans-Orifice Endoscopic Suturing Applications
Prospective Registry for Trans-Orifice Endoscopic Suturing Applications
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 07, 2021

136 Total Publications

Endoscopic closure devices (with videos).
Endoscopic closure devices (with videos).
Journal: Gastrointestinal endoscopy
Published: October 16, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta by calling their office at 212-257-0031. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta a top-rated expert for Achalasia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta is classified as an Elite expert for Achalasia, 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. Nikhil A. Kumta specialize in?

While Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Bile Duct Obstruction. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta has published 136 articles and abstracts on conditions like Achalasia. You can view a list of Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta accept my insurance?

Dr. Nikhil A. Kumta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-257-0031 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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