Summary

Dr. Andrew Karanas is a surgeon with three decades of experience serving patients in the Jefferson City area. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, bringing 31 years of surgical expertise to his practice. Dr. Karanas provides care in English for his diverse patient community.

Dr. Karanas practices at SSM Health DePaul Hospital in Jefferson City, Missouri, where he focuses on general surgery procedures. He specializes in abdominal operations and appendectomy procedures, including minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques. His surgical expertise helps patients requiring both emergency and planned surgical interventions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Karanas highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 31 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Andrew Karanas

2505 Mission Drive Suite 130Jefferson City, MO 65109

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Speaks English Speaks English
Jefferson City , MOCOLUMBIA , MOJefferson City , MOJefferson City , MO
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of Athens School Of Health Sciences Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Andrew Karanas

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Dean Health Plan - HMO
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Andrew Karanas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Andrew Karanas has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Acute Renal Failure (Acute Kidney Failure)
  • Cellulitis
  • Galbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • General Surgeon
  • Heart Failure
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Pneumonia
  • Sepsis (Blood Poisoning)
  • Stroke
  • Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Andrew Karanas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Karanas accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Andrew Karanas affiliated with?
Dr. Andrew Karanas is affiliated with Ssm Health Depaul Hospital.
Does Dr. Andrew Karanas accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Andrew Karanas accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Andrew Karanas's office located?
Dr. Andrew Karanas's office is located at 2505 Mission Drive Suite 130, Jefferson City, MO, 65109.
Is Dr. Andrew Karanas accepting new patients?
Dr. Andrew Karanas is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Andrew Karanas's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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