Summary

Dr. James Wudel specializes in thoracic surgery with a focus on complex heart procedures. He earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. With 39 years of experience in cardiac surgery, Dr. Wudel brings extensive expertise to treating patients with serious heart conditions. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Wudel is affiliated with Saint Francis Memorial Hospital and practices across multiple locations in Nebraska and Florida, including Lincoln and Port Charlotte. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and heart muscle problems caused by reduced blood flow. His surgical expertise includes coronary artery bypass procedures, minimally-invasive heart operations, and off-pump bypass techniques that can reduce recovery time. Patients rate Dr. Wudel 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 39 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Herman Wudel has 5 locations

Chi Health Nebraska Heart Institute Lincoln

7440 S 91st StLincoln, NE 68526
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

Bayfront Health Medical Group Cardiac Surgery Port Charlotte

2380 Harbor BlvdPort Charlotte, FL 33952
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kearney Regional Medical Center Platte Valley Medical Clinic

816 22nd Ave Ste 100Kearney, NE 68845
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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Dr. James Herman Wudel, MDDr. Richard Joe Windle, MDDr. Kevin Ruben Mota, MDDr. Zijun Hao, MD
Thoracic SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
4.3 
4.8 
39 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Chinese
Lincoln , NELincoln , NELincoln , NELincoln , NE
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: Shandong Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Herman Wudel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Freedom Health
  • Freedom Health - Medicare
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Herman Wudel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Herman Wudel has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Nebraska, 2024, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Medical School

Emory University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. James Wudel affiliated with?
Dr. James Wudel is affiliated with Saint Francis Memorial Hospital.
Is Dr. James Wudel accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. James Wudel's office located?
Dr. James Wudel's office is located at 7440 S 91st St, Lincoln, NE, 68526.
Does Dr. James Wudel accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Wudel has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. James Wudel accept my insurance?
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