Summary

Dr. Naidu Chekuru is a pulmonologist and internal medicine physician who graduated from Sri Venkateswara Medical College and completed his residency through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. With over five decades of medical practice, he brings extensive experience to the care of patients with lung and breathing conditions. His dual specialty training allows him to provide comprehensive care for both pulmonary disorders and general internal medicine needs. Dr. Chekuru is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Chekuru practices throughout the Lubbock healthcare system and maintains his primary affiliation with Lubbock Heart And Surgical Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on complex respiratory conditions including interstitial lung disease and pulmonary fibrosis. He also treats various bone, joint and muscle conditions as part of his internal medicine practice. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting his commitment to quality care in Lubbock, Texas.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 53 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Naidu Kothandra Chekuru has 5 locations

Covenant Health Medical Group Pulmonology

3621 22nd St Ste 400Lubbock, TX 79410
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

Covenant Health System

3615 19th StLubbock, TX 79410

Covenant Specialty Hospital

3815 20th StLubbock, TX 79410

Covenant Women And Childrens Hospital

4000 24th StLubbock, TX 79410

Lubbock Heart And Surgical Hospital

4810 N Loop 289Lubbock, TX 79416

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.2 
53 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English
Lubbock , TXSugar Land , TXHouston , TXWichita , KS
Med School: Sri Venkateswara Medical College Med School: Bolan Medical College Med School: University Of Alexandria Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Naidu Kothandra Chekuru

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Naidu Kothandra Chekuru has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Naidu Kothandra Chekuru has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U S Department Of Veterans Affairs.

Medical School

Graduated from Sri Venkateswara Medical College in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Chekuru's NPI number is 1073515433.

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Dr. Naidu Chekuru is affiliated with Lubbock Heart And Surgical Hospital.
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