Summary

Dr. Vikas Kothapalli is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 17 years of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. Dr. Kothapalli is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Kothapalli practices at Ochsner Medical Center-West Bank in Gretna, Louisiana, with additional services available in New Orleans. He focuses on managing conditions such as high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. His expertise includes performing diagnostic tests like chest X-rays and EKGs to evaluate heart and lung function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kothapalli highly, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 17 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Virginia Commonwealth Univ MCV Schl Med.
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Ochsner Medical Center

1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121

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4.3 
17 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
New Orleans , LAMetairie , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LA
Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine - GME Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vikas Kothapalli

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Peoples Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vikas Kothapalli has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vikas Kothapalli has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Virginia Commonwealth Univ MCV Schl Med.2012

Internship

Virginia Commonwealth Univ MCV Schl Med.2010

Medical School

Tulane University School of Medicine - GMEGraduated in 2009

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Vikas Kothapalli affiliated with?
Dr. Vikas Kothapalli is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center-West Bank.
Where is Dr. Vikas Kothapalli's office located?
Dr. Vikas Kothapalli's office is located at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA, 70121.
What languages does Dr. Vikas Kothapalli speak?
Dr. Vikas Kothapalli speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vikas Kothapalli?
You can find contact information for Dr. Vikas Kothapalli here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Vikas Kothapalli accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Vikas Kothapalli accepts on their Vitals profile.

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