Summary

Dr. Michael Tekulve is a surgeon with 24 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Dr. Tekulve speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Tekulve practices at Baptist Health Lexington in Lexington, Kentucky. He specializes in treating conditions such as ventral hernias, gallstones, and acute gallbladder inflammation. His surgical expertise includes minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures and gallbladder removal surgery. Patients rate Dr. Tekulve 4.0 out of 5 stars for his surgical care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 24 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Kentucky Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Michael Ross Tekulve

1760 Nicholasville Rd Ste 202Lexington, KY 40503
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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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients
24 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Lexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KY
Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael Ross Tekulve

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • Devoted Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Michael Ross Tekulve has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Michael Ross Tekulve has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Michael Ross Tekulve 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 University Of Kentucky Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Michael Ross Tekulve's NPI number is 1760601025.

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Michael Tekulve is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington.
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