Summary

Dr. Rajendra Makkar is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 39 years of experience treating heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College and completed his residency training at Harper University Hospital in 1993 and Wayne State University Hospital in 1990. Dr. Makkar further specialized through a fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in 1997. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Makkar practices at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, specifically at the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai in Beverly Hills. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and focuses particularly on heart disease in women. His expertise includes performing cardiac catheterization procedures and coronary angiograms to diagnose heart problems. Dr. Makkar also uses contrast echocardiography to create detailed images of the heart. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 39 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
  • 40 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai - Beverly Hills

127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600Los Angeles, CA 90048
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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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseNurse Practitioner
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4.7 
4.6 
39 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi
Los Angeles , CAEncino , CAWinter Park , FLBeverly Hills , CA
Med School: Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rajendra R Makkar

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Positive Health Care
  • Premier Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Rajendra R Makkar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Rajendra R Makkar has the following 14 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Rajendra R Makkar holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in 1997.

Residency

Completed their residency at Harper University Hospital in 1993 and Wayne State University Hospital in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College in 1987.

NPI Number

Rajendra R Makkar's NPI number is 1164450235.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Rajendra Makkar speak?
Rajendra Makkar speaks English.
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Does Rajendra Makkar accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Rajendra Makkar affiliated with?
Rajendra Makkar is affiliated with Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
Where is Rajendra Makkar's office located?
Rajendra Makkar's office is located at 127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A3600, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.

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