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Dr. Vijay Rao, MD

Dr. Vijay Rao, MD

Cardiology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Vijay Rao, MD is a cardiologist in Indianapolis, IN and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rao has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Franciscan Health Mooresville and Franciscan Health Indianapolis. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Franciscan Physician Network Indiana Heart Physicians

5330 E Stop 11 Rd Indianapolis, IN 46237
Telehealth available
(317) 893-1900

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Rao is affiliated with Franciscan Health Mooresville Mooresville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rao specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Rao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rao

4.9

8 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
88%
88%
4 Star
13%
13%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 30, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steve Litz – Jul 29, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alice Arthur in Columbus – Mar 24, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Carol Elias in Indianapolis, IN – Mar 16, 2017
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About Me

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care philosophy

I believe in a teamwork approach to care in which the patients and physician work together to achieve the best possible outcomes.

biography

Dr. Rao has been awarded recognition by the National Committee for Quality Assurance Heart Recognition Program. Clinicians who achieve the Heart Recognition Program show their peers, patients and others in the heart/vascular community that...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Nuclear Cardiology

  • Cardiology Echocardiography

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of California San Francisco, Ca

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Duke University Medical Center Durham, Nc

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Franciscan Physician Network Indiana Heart Physicians

Franciscan Physician Network Indiana Heart Physicians5330 E Stop 11 Rd Indianapolis, IN 46237
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Putnam County Hospital

    1542 S Bloomington St
    Greencastle, IN 46135

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Franciscan Health Mooresville

    1201 Hadley Rd
    Mooresville, IN 46158
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Franciscan Health Indianapolis

    8111 S Emerson Ave
    Indianapolis, IN 46237
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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