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Babu S. Doddapaneni, MD, FACC

Babu S. Doddapaneni, MD, FACC

Clinical Areas: Heart Care
Specialties: Cardiovascular Disease
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English, Telugu

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Greencastle, IN 46135

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1201 Hadley Road
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1710 Lafayette Rd.
Crawfordsville, IN 47933

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About Me

Education

Medical School:
Guntur Medical College, Nagarjuna Univ India

Internship:
Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - St. Joseph Campus HR

Residency:
Medical College of Wisconsin

Fellowship:
St. Vincents Hospital & Medical Center HOSPITAL CLOSED 2010

Undergraduate:
Vignan Residential College

Board Certifications

Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine

American Board of Internal Medicine

American Board of Nuclear Medicine

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Encore Health Network
  • Humana
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Conditions Treated

  • Afib (Atrial Fibrillation)
  • Congestive Heart Failure
  • Enlarged Heart
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Murmur
  • Heart Valve Disease
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease

Procedures Performed

  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
  • Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound
  • Cardiac Imaging
  • Cardiac Rehabilitation
  • Cardio-Oncology
  • Echocardiogram
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG)
  • Exercise Stress Test
  • Heart Scan
  • Holter Monitoring
  • Left Atrial Appendage Occluder (LAAO)

Provider Blogs

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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(205 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

120 Reviews

07/23/2026

Because he is good at what he does .

07/23/2026

He’s a great doctor that’s very knowledgeable.

07/21/2026

Doctor d is a great caring Doctor just love him

07/21/2026

I trust the doctor for his knowledge warm personality.

07/20/2026

Family members go to him as well

07/16/2026

He is a doctor that listens and makes his diagnosis based on you and him. Great!

07/10/2026

It's always a pleasure to see and visit with Dr. D every year! He is an excellent physician! He always takes plenty of time to chat with both of us to make sure we understand everything he is doing to monitor our health. We are very grateful to have Dr D as our physician! Thank you, Dr. D!

07/09/2026

A good doctor who is truly interested in his patients and how they are really doing.

07/09/2026

Dr. Doddapaneni has always been very understanding. He explains things about my health in an easy to understand manner.

07/09/2026

He's the best.

07/08/2026

1. Extremely professional 2. Very thorough

07/07/2026

He is kind and very thorough!

07/01/2026

Only met him once, was very cordgialm

06/23/2026

Good dr. Takes the time to explain

06/22/2026

Dr. Was very well prepared, he had all my history and took his time to answer all my questions. Great experience.

06/19/2026

He is very friendly and caring.

06/17/2026

Didn’t fill rushed and he listened

06/16/2026

Was aware of all previous test results, explained results, asked questions and gave answers.

06/11/2026

Very thorough

06/10/2026

He was a very personable, didn't run you through and run you out, took time with you, explain things.

06/08/2026

Doctor is always informed of your condition and will do what it takes to keep you living comfortable!!

06/08/2026

He’s personable and a good Dr.

06/08/2026

He listens, tells the truth and has compassion. He is the best!!

06/06/2026

He’s very thorough and gives you good detailed information on every thing and doesn’t make you feel rushed at all. I left feeling comfortable with everything we discussed!

06/05/2026

Like his personal listening attention and communication skills in answering my concerns.

06/03/2026

Straight and to the point.

06/02/2026

PLEASANT INFORMATIVE

06/02/2026

Answer all my question and made sure I understood everything

06/01/2026

He is a very good Doctor that truly cares about his patients.

05/28/2026

Seems very knowledgeable and up to date on latest cardiovascular diagnosis and treatment. Also very busy with little time for any non pertinent or social conversation.

05/26/2026

Thorough and good listener

05/14/2026

He treated me with respect and explained our care that was easy to understand. Very kind. Would highly recommend him.

05/11/2026

He was very pleasant and i felt good about the visit

05/01/2026

He’s always very caring and professional. Always willing to handle questions and make sure any health concerns I have are addressed.

04/29/2026

Very explanatory, nice guy and caring.

04/28/2026

satisfaction

04/27/2026

Like his approach to patients and the fact that he takes time to explain any questions.

04/27/2026

He listens to you and faces you. Some Dr's look at the PC most of the time. He doesn't seem to hurry. He is very personable and enjoyable to work with.

04/24/2026

He's First Class, Knowledgeable & Thorough!

04/20/2026

I know what he wants to do for my health in the future.

03/17/2026

Very detailed in checkups

03/13/2026

Physician was knowledgeable, explained information so I could understand, listened to my concerns, and made me feel comfortable. Thank you.

03/12/2026

He was very easy to understand, explained and showed us on a screen what he was telling us. He asked serval times if we had any questions.

03/10/2026

Very nice and very trustworthy

03/10/2026

I give this score because my doctor, Dr. Doddapeneni, is excellent in manner and expertise.

03/07/2026

They take good care they take time to explain everything to you and your language

03/04/2026

Good Care

03/02/2026

Dr. D is very straight forward, will answer your questions to the patience satisfaction, completely listens to your complaints, concerns, questions, needs and does his best to help you out.

03/02/2026

Very pleasant to talk to he listened and that's important to me and I could understand him.

03/01/2026

Very personable and caring professional his explanations on what to do in the future were clear and perecise. I have recommended him to several friends

02/26/2026

He is so knowledgeable, patient and kind. No white coat syndrome around him! He is a wonderful listener and his answers are always clear and understandable. He is the best!

02/26/2026

Efficient and to the point

02/25/2026

He is committed to providing the best care possible regardless of your age.

02/21/2026

He is very personable and he listens.

02/21/2026

Extremely knowledgeable about my rare condition.

02/12/2026

Dr. Doddapaneni is very a very knowledgeable cardiologist. My recent need for valve replacement surgery demonstrated to me that getting me the best care was his primary concern. Dr. Doddapaneni's calm, patient and understanding demeanor is noticeable and appreciated.

02/11/2026

Easy to talk to

02/04/2026

He is very understanding and explains things very well. He assures all of my questions have been answered and provides other helpful information. He seems to genuinely care for me.

02/02/2026

He tells you exactly what is going on and what can be done about it.

01/14/2026

Knows his stuff

01/09/2026

based on only one visit but felt he answered and explained clearly and was knowledgeable. I asked lots questions and he was respectful. took as much time as wasallowed..

01/09/2026

He has helped my friends and me far beyond my expectations.

12/22/2025

From my first meeting with him, he was polite and wanted to make sure I understood everything that was happening to me! He's one of my faves!!!

12/21/2025

Professional, knowledgeable, direct and on point

12/20/2025

He talks to his patients with kindness and respect. Doesn’t make you feel rushed in ur visit. Explains in detail and breaks down what I didn’t understand in a way patient can more fully comprehend. He listens and asks his own questions. He explains his plan of treatment in steps.

12/16/2025

He is a very likable person and seems to really care

12/15/2025

Explains the issue where you can understand them and also listens to what you are saying

12/12/2025

He told me the path we were going to take for my care and then he wanted to hear my concerns and questions

12/10/2025

Rude

12/08/2025

This was the first time I seen him. He was very nice and knew what is happening. I gave this score only because I'm new , not because of anything he did wrong.n

12/04/2025

prompt and thorough explanation of my care

11/26/2025

Dr. Doddapaneni was very professional and personable and took time to help me understand the issue.

11/26/2025

Very professional and very likeable

11/26/2025

Very informative Very friendly

11/24/2025

Dr Doddapaneni is incredible. He is kind, professional and ALWAYS takes the time to make sure he understands what is happening with my case and that all of my questions and concerns are addressed.

11/12/2025

Dr. Doddapaneni is prompt, interested, patient, intelligent, and very easy to communicate with.

11/07/2025

Dr D.took his time in reviewing my specific cardiac conditions and answering my questions concerning them.

11/06/2025

I like him cause he will sit and talk with you

11/04/2025

He’s a great doctor

11/03/2025

Obvious competence, clear explanation & easy to talk to.

10/24/2025

He is very caring

10/22/2025

He's the BEST

10/22/2025

Dr. was warm and friendly. Asked all the pertinent questions I would expect.

10/21/2025

Very kind and informative. Referred me to one of his colleagues and gave me a follow up appointment.

10/20/2025

Because, he has the best caring and nolagble. For my care. He is not like some Doctors that don't rush. He takes his time to answer all of my questions and always has a smile on his face. He shows me he cares about me and my heart.

10/18/2025

Very professional

10/17/2025

He is a caring and professional doctor. He listens to me and I never feel rushed.

10/16/2025

Takes his time helping you understand and very nice did not rush me and answered all questions

10/10/2025

He listened to my husband. He thoroughly examined him. My husband had a chance to express his concerns. This Dr cares about his patients.

10/10/2025

He explained everything to me and doesn't push anything on me. Talks over what he thinks and let's me decide. I really like him.

10/07/2025

He is kind!

10/06/2025

Explains things well and has time for questions

10/02/2025

Very nice and very sweet Doctor

09/30/2025

Great Doctor, I totally trust him.

09/29/2025

Very knowledgeable easy to understand and and answers all the questions I had

09/29/2025

Dr. D was professional informative patient and listened to my concerns. As a new patient, he knew my medical history and discussed any issues.

09/23/2025

I like him

09/22/2025

Dr D is very understanding and listens to my past health issues and health problems. He is a great Doctor and the staff is always very helpful with scheduling my visits.

09/16/2025

He is a caring doctor.

09/15/2025

He seemed to be truly concerned about my health and was willing to listen not rushing me.

09/15/2025

The doctor was very kind and patient.

09/13/2025

He is thorough and great to work with

09/11/2025

Seemed to have checked my records before I arrived. Listened about my issues

09/11/2025

Dr Doddapaneni was so kind and knowledgeable. I was a little anxious because I had never seen a cardiologist before, but he made me feel at ease. He answered all my questions and explained everything to me so I could understand.

09/11/2025

Knowledge

09/08/2025

DR. D is a great people person and he really cares about your health.

09/08/2025

He cares! It is very easy to see that he simply cares!!

09/05/2025

Dr. D is very friendly and interested as well as full of knowledge. First impressions are so important

09/04/2025

Dr. D. always makes me feel welcome. He listens to my questions and gives very thoughtful and complete answers. I never feel rushed.

09/04/2025

I had known him from the past he took care of my dad until he died from multiple issues. I like him then as did my dad and I like you now he will continue to be my doctor long as you’ll have me.

09/02/2025

Very knowledgeable and a calming presence.

08/30/2025

Very caring and thorough

08/30/2025

Is knowledgeable and willing to listen as well explains whatever your concerns are.

08/26/2025

He is knowledgeable caring and very therogh .

08/22/2025

Knowledgeable, answers my questions honestly, very caring.

08/19/2025

Dr. Doddapaneni has a very pleasant, calm demeanor. He explained things very well and answered my questions. I didn’t feel rushed at all.

08/08/2025

Dr. Doddapaneni. This is Sandie I have so much respect for you. I’m very very picky about physicians as cc a patient and as a nurse. I am blessed to have been assigned to you and you provide my care. Thank you.

08/07/2025

He acts like a very caring doctor

08/05/2025

Knowledgably, competent, and professional.

08/02/2025

Very nice and had time to explain things to us.
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