Summary

Dr. Rani Chikkanna is an internal medicine physician with a specialization in hospital medicine. She earned her medical degree from Mysore Medical College And Research Institute and has been practicing for over three decades, bringing extensive experience to patient care. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive internal medicine services while focusing on the complex care needs of hospitalized patients.

Dr. Chikkanna practices at University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center and University Of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital, both located in Lexington, Kentucky. She treats patients with serious conditions including acute kidney injury, cirrhosis, and refeeding syndrome. Her practice includes providing hospice care, palliative care, and life-prolonging treatments for patients facing complex medical challenges.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 33 years of experience
  • Mysore Medical College And Research Institute
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Rani Chikkanna has 6 locations

Nicu Graduate Clinic

740 S Limestone Fl 2Lexington, KY 40536
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

Uk Healthcare

740 S Limestonesuite J 301Lexington, KY 40536

University Of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital

310 S LimestoneLexington, KY 40508

Dr. Rani Chikkanna

740 S LimstoneLexington, KY 40536

University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center

800 Rose St Fl 2Lexington, KY 40536

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33 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, French, Romanian Speaks English
Lexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KYLyons , CO
Med School: Mysore Medical College And Research Institute Med School: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rani Chikkanna

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rani Chikkanna has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rani Chikkanna has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Rani Chikkanna 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

Medical School

Graduated from Mysore Medical College And Research Institute in 1994 and CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Chikkanna's NPI number is 1982929972.

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