Summary

Dr. Avaneesh Jakkoju is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional expertise in interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from Gandhi Medical College at NTR University of Health Services and completed his residency training at LSU Health Science Center. Dr. Jakkoju further advanced his skills through fellowship training at LSU Health Science Center in New Orleans, completing the program in 2025. With 18 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine, he speaks English fluently.

Dr. Jakkoju practices at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Cardiology Clinic in Waco, Texas, and maintains hospital affiliations with Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics. His clinical focus includes treating heart failure and coronary artery disease, with particular expertise in coronary artery disease affecting women. He performs specialized cardiac procedures such as contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his cardiovascular care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 18 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LSU Health Science Center - New Orleans
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Cardiology Clinic

50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 303Waco, TX 76712
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
3.7 
4.9 
18 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Waco , TXKaty , TXHouston , TXWaco , TX
Med School: Gandhi Medical College - NTR University of Health Services (Education) Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center (Education)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Avaneesh Jakkoju

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Avaneesh Jakkoju has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Avaneesh Jakkoju has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Avaneesh Jakkoju holds an expired medical license in the states of Texas and Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at LSU Health Science Center - New Orleans in 2025.

Residency

Completed their residency at LSU Health Science Center - University hospital and clinics in 2016 and LSU Health Science Center in 2014.

Medical School

Graduated from Gandhi Medical College - NTR University of Health Services (Education) in 2008.

NPI Number

Avaneesh Jakkoju's NPI number is 1174962872.

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Does Avaneesh Jakkoju accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Avaneesh Jakkoju affiliated with?
Avaneesh Jakkoju is affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics.
Where is Avaneesh Jakkoju's office located?
Avaneesh Jakkoju's office is located at 50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 303, Waco, TX, 76712.
What languages does Avaneesh Jakkoju speak?
Avaneesh Jakkoju speaks English.

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