Expertise in
36
conditions
Expertise in
36
conditions
Smidt Heart Institute
127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600, 
Los Angeles, CA 

Overview

Rajendra Makkar is a Cardiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Makkar is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
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  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • 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

Smidt Heart Institute
127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600, Los Angeles, CA 90048

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.


4 Clinical Trials

Early Feasibility Study Of the Edwards APTURE Transcatheter Shunt System (ALT-FLOW US)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rajendra Makkar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rajendra Makkar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Rajendra Makkar by calling their office at 310-423-2726. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Rajendra Makkar a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rajendra Makkar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis, 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. Rajendra Makkar specialize in?

While Dr. Rajendra Makkar is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Rajendra Makkar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Rajendra Makkar has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Valve Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Rajendra Makkar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Rajendra Makkar accept my insurance?

Dr. Rajendra Makkar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-423-2726 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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