Chitra Kumar, MD
Chitra Kumar is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in West New York, NJ with over 50 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 50 years in internal medicine, Chitra Kumar, MD is a long-established hematology & oncology specialist in West New York. She has been practicing since 2006 — over 50 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
5311 Boulevard East, West New York, NJ 07093-3539
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
50 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Chitra Kumar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Chitra Kumar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to West New York required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chitra Kumar
NPI records show Dr. Kumar as active with telehealth listed in West New York, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (201) 864-7172.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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