Overview

Nakul Valsangkar, MD, is a thoracic surgeon specializing in the surgical removal of lung cancer and other chest tumors at Ascension St. Vincent in Anderson, Indiana. He performs robotic and traditional thoracic surgery for a variety of disorders, including lung biopsies and esophageal disorders and any other benign or malignant conditions in the chest. Dr. Valsangkar has a special interest in the latest cutting edge approaches for treatments and surgical care of lung and esophageal cancer.

His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Pleural Effusion, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Valsangkar is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - Surgery and The American Board Of Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 32 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Valsangkar is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in IN

Board Certifications

The American Board Of Surgery - Surgery
The American Board Of Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery

Fellowships

Emory University School of Medicine- Atlanta Ga
Emory University School of Medicine
Massachusetts General Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Ascension St Vincent Hospital
St Vincent Heart Center
Ascension St Vincent Kokomo
Witham Health Services
Ascension St Vincent Anderson
Ascension St. Vincent - Seton
Ascension St. Vincent Anderson
Ascension St. Vincent Carmel
Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital - Indianapolis

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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
CareSource
  • HMO
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
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Health Services
  • EPO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
MDwise
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
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

Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent - Indianapolis Interventional Radiology, Thoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery
8433 Harcourt Rd, Ste 100, Indianapolis, IN 46260
Other Locations
Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent - Anderson Thoracic Surgery
2020 Meridian St, Ste 110, Anderson, IN 46016

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar by calling their office at 317-583-7600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar a top-rated expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar is classified as an Experienced expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy, 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. Nakul P. Valsangkar specialize in?

While Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pancreaticoduodenectomy, Pleurisy, and Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar has published 32 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreaticoduodenectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar accept my insurance?

Dr. Nakul P. Valsangkar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 317-583-7600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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