Summary

Dr. Krishnan Challappa is a cardiologist with over four decades of experience treating heart and vascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from Bangalore Medical College and completed his residency at Maimonides Medical Center. With 42 years in cardiovascular medicine, Dr. Challappa brings extensive expertise to his practice in Elizabethtown. He provides care in English to patients throughout the region.

Dr. Challappa is affiliated with multiple hospitals including Baptist Health Hardin, Taylor Regional Hospital, Norton Audubon Hospital, and Norton Hospital in Kentucky. He specializes in managing high blood pressure, including emergency situations when blood pressure reaches dangerous levels. His practice also includes pediatric hypertension care for younger patients. Dr. Challappa performs heart diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms and echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and detect cardiovascular problems. Patients rate him highly, giving him an average score of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 42 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Maimonides Medical Center
  • 9 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Krishnan Challappa

200 Cardinal Dr Ste 308Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerDiagnostic Radiology
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4.8 
42 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Elizabethtown , KYSonora , KYVine Grove , KYLexington , KY
Med School: Bangalore Medical College Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Krishnan Challappa

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Medical Specialties

Krishnan Challappa has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Krishnan Challappa has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiac Ultrasound
  • Cardiologist
  • Chest Pain
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Exercise Stress Test
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Nuclear Stress Test
  • Other
  • Palpitations
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Krishnan Challappa holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Maimonides Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Bangalore Medical College in 1985 and Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India in 1984.

NPI Number

Krishnan Challappa's NPI number is 1942202676.

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What languages does Krishnan Challappa speak?
Krishnan Challappa speaks English.
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Where is Krishnan Challappa's office located?
Krishnan Challappa's office is located at 200 Cardinal Dr Ste 308, Elizabethtown, KY, 42701.
Which hospitals is Krishnan Challappa affiliated with?
Krishnan Challappa is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin, Taylor Regional Hospital, Norton Audubon Hospital, The Medical Center At Caverna, Norton Childrens Hospital, Norton Hospital, and JANE TODD CRAWFORD HOSPITAL.

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