Summary

Dr. George Makkar is a surgeon who specializes in treating conditions affecting the blood vessels and circulatory system. He earned his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and completed his residency training at University of Maryland Medical System. With 16 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Makkar brings extensive expertise to patient care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Makkar is affiliated with University of Maryland Children's Hospital and practices at Valley Vascular Associates in Van Nuys, California. He treats patients with varicose veins, advanced chronic kidney disease, and atherosclerosis. His surgical skills include performing Doppler ultrasound examinations to assess blood flow and carotid artery ultrasounds to evaluate neck vessel health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 16 years of experience
  • 65 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Maryland Medical System
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Valley Vascular Associates

16917 Enadia WayVan Nuys, CA 91406

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English
Van Nuys , CABAKERSFIELD , CALos Angeles , CAPASADENA , CA
Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: New York University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by George Michael Makkar

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CenCal Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SelectHealth
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Sierra Health and Life - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

George Michael Makkar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

George Michael Makkar has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

George Michael Makkar holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Maryland Medical System.

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

George Michael Makkar's NPI number is 1649595489.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does George Makkar speak?
George Makkar speaks English.
Where is George Makkar's office located?
George Makkar's office is located at 16917 Enadia Way, Van Nuys, CA, 91406.
Does George Makkar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that George Makkar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is George Makkar accepting new patients?
George Makkar is accepting new patients on Vitals. View George Makkar's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does George Makkar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
George Makkar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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