Summary

Dr. Vijaya Kakani treats acute lymphoblastic leukemia, acute myelogenous leukemia, and anal cancer, and performs apheresis, breast examinations, and chemotherapy. She practices oncology and hematology and has 33 years of experience. She is affiliated with Indiana University Health Hospital.

Dr. Kakani earned her medical degree from Guntur Medical College and completed her residency at Scott & White Memorial Hospital. She sees patients in Lafayette, Indiana, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kakani 3.75 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 33 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Scott & White Memorial Hospital
  • 4 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

IU Health Cancer Center - Lafayette - IU Health Arnett Cancer Center

420 N 26th StLafayette, IN 47904
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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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Lafayette , INWest Lafayette , INLongmont , COLafayette , IN
Med School: Guntur Medical College Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Vijaya L Kakani

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • American Health Plan of Indiana/Majestic Care Management I-SNP
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Healthy Indiana Plan
  • Anthem Hoosier Care Connect
  • Anthem Hoosier Healthwise
  • Anthem Indiana PathWays for Aging
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Anthem Pathway Essentials Network
  • CareSource
  • CareSource Healthy Indiana Plan
  • CareSource Hoosier Healthwise
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Marketplace
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Community Health Network Employee Plan
  • Coventry/First Health
  • Deaconess OneCare
  • Encore
  • Encore Combined
  • Encore Elite
  • Encore Workers Compensation
  • Humana
  • Humana Healthy Horizons Indiana PathWays for Aging
  • Humana Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage PFFS
  • Humana Medicare Advantage PPO

Medical Specialties

Vijaya L Kakani has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Vijaya L Kakani has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Anemia
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Hematologist
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Metastasis
  • Oncologist
  • Oncologist/hematologist
  • Pain

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Vijaya L Kakani holds an active medical license in the state of Indiana.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Scott & White Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Guntur Medical College in 1993.

NPI Number

Vijaya L Kakani's NPI number is 1760451413.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Vijaya Kakani's office located?
Vijaya Kakani's office is located at 420 N 26th St, Lafayette, IN, 47904.
Which hospitals is Vijaya Kakani affiliated with?
Vijaya Kakani is affiliated with Indiana University Health Hospital.
Does Vijaya Kakani accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Vijaya Kakani has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Vijaya Kakani accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Vijaya Kakani accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Vijaya Kakani?
You can find contact information for Vijaya Kakani here on Vitals.

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