Vijay Kumar, MD
NPI 1972506236 · Rheumatology Physician · Beaumont, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vijay Kumar, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Beaumont, TX (NPI 1972506236).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972506236
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L5797 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,630 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 792 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 772 | $118 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated85652 | 758 | $3 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 753 | $8 |
| Liver Function Blood Test Panel80076 | 736 | $8 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 694 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 1,181 | 289 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 1,025 | 246 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 679 | 154 |
| Gabapentin | 587 | 131 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 530 | 134 |
| Tramadol Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen | 507 | 144 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$95 across 1 record (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-05-31
- Last updated
- 2018-09-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vijay Kumar's NPI number?
- Vijay Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972506236, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vijay Kumar's specialty?
- Vijay Kumar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vijay Kumar located?
- Vijay Kumar's practice location on file with NPPES is 3570 College St, Beaumont, TX 77701-4683.
- What is Vijay Kumar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vijay Kumar is (409) 833-9797.
- Does Vijay Kumar accept Medicare?
- Vijay Kumar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vijay Kumar's NPI active?
- Yes — Vijay Kumar's NPI (1972506236) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.