Summary

Dr. Joel Thekekara is an internal medicine physician with eight years of experience treating adult patients with complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine, where he developed expertise in managing critically ill patients and acute medical emergencies. His practice focuses on comprehensive internal medicine care, with particular experience in treating serious conditions that require immediate medical attention.

Dr. Thekekara is affiliated with SSM Health DePaul Hospital and The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health in Bridgeton, Missouri. He specializes in treating life-threatening conditions such as sepsis and acute kidney injury, which require rapid diagnosis and expert management. His clinical skills include performing chest X-rays and chest fluoroscopy to evaluate lung conditions, and he has experience with dialysis procedures for patients with kidney problems.

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Quick Facts

  • 8 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • Saba University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Ssm Health Depaul Hospital

12303 De Paul DrBridgeton, MO 63044

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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8 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Bridgeton , MOSaint Louis , MOLyons , COLANSING , KS
Med School: Saba University School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Thekekara

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Dean Health Plan - HMO
  • Dean Health Plan - PPO
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • ESSENCE Healthcare - HMO
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Priority Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel Thekekara has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

8 Years Experience

Dr. Joel Thekekara holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Missouri and Mississippi.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Saba University School Of Medicine in 2018.

NPI Number

Dr. Thekekara's NPI number is 1336646199.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Joel Thekekara accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joel Thekekara has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Joel Thekekara's office located?
Dr. Joel Thekekara's office is located at 12303 De Paul Dr, Bridgeton, MO, 63044.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Thekekara affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Thekekara is affiliated with Ssm Health Depaul Hospital, The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health, and Saint Dominics Hospital.
Does Dr. Joel Thekekara accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Joel Thekekara accepting new patients?
Dr. Joel Thekekara has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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