Summary

Dr. Avaneesh Jakkolu specializes in cardiovascular disease with advanced training 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. Jakkolu furthered his expertise through fellowship training at LSU Health Science Center in New Orleans, bringing 18 years of experience to his cardiovascular practice. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Jakkolu practices at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Cardiology Clinic in Waco, Texas, and maintains affiliations with Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics. His clinical expertise includes treating heart failure and coronary artery disease, with particular focus on coronary artery disease in women. He performs diagnostic procedures such as contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have rated Dr. Jakkolu 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.

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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
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 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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Avaneesh Jakkoju, MDDr. Vijaiganesh Nagarajan, MDDr. Francia Rojas, MDDr. David Mccall, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
3.7 
18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English
Waco , TXKaty , TXHouston , TXSan Antonio , TX
Med School: Gandhi Medical College - NTR University of Health Services (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 expired and active medical licenses in the states of Louisiana and Texas.

Medical License

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