Summary

Dr. Venkata Kakarlapudi specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery with additional expertise in general surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Maryland Medical System. With 28 years of clinical experience, Dr. Kakarlapudi brings extensive knowledge to treating conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kakarlapudi practices at multiple locations in New Albany, Indiana and Louisville, Kentucky, including affiliations with Physicians Medical Center LLC, Baptist Health Floyd, and Norton Hospital. He focuses on helping patients with rhinitis and various types of allergies, particularly seasonal allergic rhinitis. His treatment approach includes allergen immunotherapy and comprehensive blood testing to identify specific triggers. Patients rate Dr. Kakarlapudi 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care and expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 28 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Of Md Med Sys, Otolaryngology; Univ Of Md Med Sys, General Surgery
  • 22 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 25 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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Advanced ENT & Allergy

108 W Daisy LnNew Albany, IN 47150
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Vasu Kakarlapudi

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • MDwise
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Vasu Kakarlapudi has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Vasu Kakarlapudi has the following 25 areas of expertise

  • Adenoidectomy
  • Allergies
  • Allergy
  • Asthma
  • Desensitization
  • Ear Infection (Otitis)
  • Esophagoscopy
  • Food Allergies
  • Hay Fever
  • Hearing Aids
  • Hearing Loss
  • Itching
  • Meniere's Disease
  • Middle Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
  • Nasal Obstruction
  • Nasal Polyps
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
  • Rash
  • Sinusitis
  • Sleep Apnea (Sleep Apnea Syndromes)
  • Snoring
  • Tinnitus
  • Tonsil Removal (Tonsillectomy)
  • Tonsillitis
  • Watery Eyes

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Vasu Kakarlapudi holds an expired medical license in the states of Kentucky and Indiana. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Indiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Otolaryngology; Univ Of Md Med Sys, General Surgery and University of Maryland Program.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo in 1998 and University of Pennsylvania in 1998.

NPI Number

Vasu Kakarlapudi's NPI number is 1851346845.

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