Summary

Dr. Rakesh Ponnapureddy specializes in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, bringing 16 years of experience to heart and vascular care. They earned their medical degree from Osmania Medical College and completed their residency training at Truman Medical Center. Dr. Ponnapureddy focuses on comprehensive cardiac care, helping patients manage complex heart conditions through both diagnostic and interventional approaches.

Based in Rapid City, SD, Dr. Ponnapureddy practices at the Monument Health Heart and Vascular Institute. They treat patients with conditions including high blood pressure and weight-related health concerns. Their expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to assess heart rhythm, echocardiograms to evaluate heart function, and specialized contrast imaging studies to provide detailed cardiac assessments.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 16 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • Truman Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Monument Health Heart and Vascular Institute

353 Fairmont BlvdRapid City, SD 57701
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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16 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience
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Rapid City , SDSalem , OROmaha , NERapid City , SD
Med School: Osmania Medical College Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rakesh Ponnapureddy

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Rakesh Ponnapureddy has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Rakesh Ponnapureddy has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Rakesh Ponnapureddy holds an active medical license in the state of South Dakota.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Truman Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Osmania Medical College in 2010.

NPI Number

Rakesh Ponnapureddy's NPI number is 1528485414.

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