Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vijay Kumar, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Beaumont, TX
- NPI 1972506236
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3570 College St, Suite 130
Beaumont, TX 777014683
(409) 833-9797
fax (409) 654-6917 - Mailing address
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2929 Calder St, Suite 100
Beaumont, TX 777021845
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 18, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #L5797
- Medicaid
- TX #156848703
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972506236. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,472
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$152,840
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 890 | 329 | $8 | |
85652 |
Red blood cell sedimentation rate, to detect inflammation, automated | 858 | 329 | $3 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 833 | 299 | $119 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 814 | 324 | $8 | |
80048 |
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) | 809 | 324 | $8 | |
80076 |
Liver function blood test panel | 807 | 325 | $8 | |
86140 |
Measurement c-reactive protein for detection of infection or inflammation | 727 | 319 | $5 | |
86160 |
Measurement of complement (immune system proteins), antigen, | 154 | 67 | $12 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 76 | 60 | $85 | |
84550 |
Uric acid level, blood | 70 | 41 | $4 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 1,685. This provider delivers 3.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$95
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. | 1 | $94.64 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
6,960
Patients
1,868
Total drug cost
$142,108
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 1,190 | 271 | $9,127 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 886 | 229 | $6,145 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 690 | 153 | $16,653 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 643 | 282 | $27,939 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 487 | 127 | $5,782 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 466 | 105 | $23,209 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 454 | 116 | $7,173 |
| Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen (Tramadol Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 423 | 130 | $5,641 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 360 | 75 | $9,743 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 296 | 102 | $3,596 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vijay Kumar's medical specialty?
Dr. Vijay Kumar practices Rheumatology Physician in Beaumont, TX.
Where does Dr. Vijay Kumar practice?
Dr. Vijay Kumar practices at 3570 College St, Beaumont, TX 777014683. Office phone: 4098339797.
What is Dr. Vijay Kumar's NPI?
Dr. Vijay Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972506236, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vijay Kumar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vijay Kumar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vijay Kumar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Red blood cell sedimentation rate, to detect inflammation, automated (HCPCS 85652); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.