Expertise in
8
conditions

Dr. Harleen K. Chela

Gastroenterology
Curators Of The University Of Missouri
1 Hospital Dr, 
Columbia, MO 
Accepting New Patients
18 Years of Experience
Expertise in
8
conditions
Curators Of The University Of Missouri
1 Hospital Dr, 
Columbia, MO 

Overview

Harleen Chela is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Columbia, Missouri. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years.

Dr. Chela is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophageal Varices, Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 49 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Chela is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Year

2008

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MO

Hospital Affiliations

Charleston Area Medical Center

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
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
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
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
The Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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

Curators of the University of Missouri
1 Hospital Dr, Columbia, MO 65212
Other Locations
Associated Cardiology PLLC
2930 Chesterfield Ave, Charleston, WV 25304

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Chela has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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.

49 Total Publications

Trends and Demographics of Hepatorenal Syndrome-Related Mortality in the U.S., 1999-2024: A CDC WONDER Analysis.
Trends and Demographics of Hepatorenal Syndrome-Related Mortality in the U.S., 1999-2024: A CDC WONDER Analysis.
Journal: Diseases (Basel, Switzerland)
Published: January 13, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Harleen K. Chela

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Harleen K. Chela?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Harleen K. Chela by calling their office at 573-884-9066. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Harleen K. Chela a top-rated expert for Gastrointestinal Bleeding?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Harleen K. Chela is classified as an Advanced expert for Gastrointestinal Bleeding, 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. Harleen K. Chela specialize in?

While Dr. Harleen K. Chela is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Esophageal Varices. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Harleen K. Chela participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Harleen K. Chela has published 49 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. You can view a list of Dr. Harleen K. Chela's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Harleen K. Chela accept my insurance?

Dr. Harleen K. Chela accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 573-884-9066 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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