Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Praveen B. Datar

Pulmonary Medicine
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
1400 US Highway 61, 
Festus, MO 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
3
conditions
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
1400 US Highway 61, 
Festus, MO 

Overview

Praveen Datar is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Festus, Missouri.

Dr. Datar is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, and Pneumonia.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Datar is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pulmonary Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MO

Hospital Affiliations

Mercy Hospital South
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
Washington County Memorial Hospital
Parkland Health Center - Bonne Terre
Parkland Health Center

Languages Spoken

English
Hindi
Telugu

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
Arkansas Health and Wellness
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Cox Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
Essence Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
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
HMO Partners
  • POS
Home State Health
  • EPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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
Ozarks Healthcare
1100 N Kentucky Ave, West Plains, MO 65775

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.

15 Total Publications

Severe Pulmonary Cryptococcosis in an Immunocompetent Patient Presenting With Acute Respiratory Failure.
Severe Pulmonary Cryptococcosis in an Immunocompetent Patient Presenting With Acute Respiratory Failure.
Journal: Cureus
Published: June 27, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Praveen B. Datar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Praveen B. Datar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Praveen B. Datar by calling their office at 636-933-1000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Praveen B. Datar a top-rated expert for Lung Metastases?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Praveen B. Datar is classified as an Advanced expert for Lung Metastases, 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. Praveen B. Datar specialize in?

While Dr. Praveen B. Datar is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Emphysema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.

Does Dr. Praveen B. Datar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Praveen B. Datar has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Metastases. You can view a list of Dr. Praveen B. Datar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Praveen B. Datar accept my insurance?

Dr. Praveen B. Datar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 636-933-1000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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