Summary

Dr. Meena Rao specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on heart and blood vessel conditions that affect patients throughout their lives. They completed medical training at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and gained extensive clinical experience through residency at Parkland Health and Hospital System. With 18 years of experience treating complex cardiovascular conditions, Dr. Rao brings deep expertise to patient care. They provide medical services in English.

Dr. Rao practices at Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center and sees patients across multiple Heart & Vascular Institute locations in Jacksonville, Wilmington, Southport, Whiteville, and Bolivia, North Carolina. They treat patients with chronic kidney disease and related complications like cellulitis. Their diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood testing and metabolic panels to monitor kidney function and overall health status.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Parkland Health And Hospital System
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations

Office Locations

Meena Patibandla Rao has 6 locations

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Jacksonville

2000 Brabham AveJacksonville, NC 28546
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Wilmington Annex

1500 Physicians DrWilmington, NC 28401
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

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Southport

3009 Medical Plaza LnSouthport, NC 28461
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

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Whiteville

800 Jefferson StWhiteville, NC 28472
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Bolivia

257 Hospital Dr NEBolivia, NC 28422
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

Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Scotts Hill

109 Scotts Hill Medical Dr Ste 204Wilmington, NC 28411
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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Meena Patibandla RaoDr. Dana Weisshaar, MDDr. Marc Joseph Kajut, MDDr. Irisha Badu, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
18 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Jacksonville , NCCambridge , MACamp Lejeune , NCJacksonville , NC
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Nobel Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Meena Patibandla Rao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • EmblemHealth
  • Humana
  • Liberty Health Advantage
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Meena Patibandla Rao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Meena Patibandla Rao has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Meena Patibandla Rao holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Parkland Health And Hospital System.

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 2008.

NPI Number

Meena Patibandla Rao's NPI number is 1932367471.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Meena Rao's office located?
Meena Rao's office is located at 2000 Brabham Ave, Jacksonville, NC, 28546.
Which hospitals is Meena Rao affiliated with?
Meena Rao is affiliated with Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center.
Does Meena Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Meena Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Meena Rao?
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Does Meena Rao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Meena Rao accepts on their Vitals profile.

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