Mercy Hospital Jefferson
1400 US Highway 61, 
Festus, MO 

Overview

Charu Kolekar is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Festus, Missouri.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Pneumonia, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.

Specialties

Geriatrics

Licenses

Geriatric Medicine in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Mercy Hospital Jefferson

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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Essence Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • 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

Mercy Hospital Jefferson
1400 US Highway 61, Festus, MO 63028
Other Locations
Office
201 S 13th St, Herrin, IL 62948

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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English

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charu Kolekar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charu Kolekar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Charu Kolekar by calling their office at 636-933-5337. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Charu Kolekar a top-rated expert for Sepsis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charu Kolekar is classified as an Experienced expert for Sepsis, 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. Charu Kolekar specialize in?

While Dr. Charu Kolekar is a Geriatrics, they have specific expertise in Sepsis, Pneumonia, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Geriatrics.

Does Dr. Charu Kolekar participate in research or clinical trials?

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

Does Dr. Charu Kolekar accept my insurance?

Dr. Charu Kolekar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 636-933-5337 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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