Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
UT Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion William P Clements JR University Hospital
6201 Harry Hines Blvd, 
Dallas, TX 

Overview

Sharika Kumar is a Palliative Medicine provider in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Kumar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Opioid Induced Constipation, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, and Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Palliative Medicine

Licenses

Hospice and Palliative Medicine in TX

Hospital Affiliations

UT Of Texas Southwestern University Hospital - William P. Clements Jr.

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
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Freedom Life
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Superior Health Plan
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  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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

UT Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion William P Clements JR University Hospital
6201 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75235
Other Locations
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390

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. Sharika Kumar

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

You can book an appointment with Dr. Sharika Kumar by calling their office at 214-633-5555. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Sharika Kumar a top-rated expert for Opioid Induced Constipation?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sharika Kumar is classified as an Advanced expert for Opioid Induced Constipation, 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. Sharika Kumar specialize in?

While Dr. Sharika Kumar is a Palliative Medicine, they have specific expertise in Opioid Induced Constipation, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Palliative Medicine.

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

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

Does Dr. Sharika Kumar accept my insurance?

Dr. Sharika Kumar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-633-5555 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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