Summary

Dr. Andrew Karanas is a surgeon who has dedicated over three decades to providing surgical care to patients. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, bringing extensive expertise developed through 31 years of practice. Dr. Karanas communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Karanas practices at SSM Health DePaul Hospital in Jefferson City, Missouri. His surgical expertise includes treating abdominal conditions and performing appendectomies using both traditional and minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques. He specializes in general surgery procedures to address a wide range of surgical needs. Patients consistently rate Dr. Karanas highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Andrew Karanas

2505 Mission Drive Suite 130Jefferson City, MO 65109

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Accepts New Patients
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31 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Jefferson City , MOKirksville , MOLicking , MOCorydon , IA
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Andrew Karanas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

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

Andrew Karanas holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1995.

NPI Number

Andrew Karanas' NPI number is 1518997394.

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Andrew Karanas's office is located at 2505 Mission Drive Suite 130, Jefferson City, MO, 65109.
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Andrew Karanas speaks English.
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