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Erhard J Bell, MD

Erhard J Bell, MD

Family Medicine
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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Franciscan Physician Network Southport Family Medicine

7825 McFarland Lane
Suite A
Indianapolis, IN 46237

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Monday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Friday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Franciscan Physician Network Southport Family Medicine

Franciscan Health Indianapolis

8111 South Emerson Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46237

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Sunday
Open 24 hours
Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Franciscan Health Indianapolis

About Me

Education

Medical School:
Indiana University School of Medicine

Residency:
Franciscan Health Indianapolis Medical Staff Department

Undergraduate:
Indiana University School of Medicine

Board Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Encore Health Network
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • MDWise
  • 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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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(255 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.

129 Reviews

11/20/2025

I have been seeing Dr. Bell for over 40 years and he has treated me and my family and has done a extremely good job.

11/18/2025

He has provided me with quality service for more than 30 years.

11/16/2025

My annual Medicare wellness exam hasn't included any cognitive testing at all for the past 3-4 years. Reading the NOTES after my visits it's interesting that he notes how soft my abdomen is, etc when I'm never physically touched. Just saying.

11/12/2025

Very knowledgeable and friendly. Doesn't push any agenda but makes sure I understand options.

11/08/2025

Ease of discussing any problems.Always on time. Always cheerful.

11/03/2025

Listens and make sure our needs are met

11/02/2025

Dr.Bell makes you feel welcome and comfortable in his care. Interested in how you are really doing the your health and life in general.

10/27/2025

Friendly and thorough

10/24/2025

He was very helpful.

10/23/2025

Dr. Bell is a very pleasant person. If I go to his office with a specific issue, problem or question, he asks specific questions and tries to find solutions, but if I go there for my annual wellness check up, it feels more like a volume business of getting me in and out.

10/19/2025

Very knowledgeable and compassionate

10/17/2025

He is carrying, professional and respectful of my needs.

10/13/2025

He has been my physician for many, many years and I have complete faith and trust in him !

10/11/2025

Knowledgeable and kind.

10/11/2025

He has been my physician for many years. Always thorough with questions and answers.

10/10/2025

Dr. Bell has always been very professional and helpful since I first became his patient.

09/19/2025

Dr Bell is an excellent doctor his nurse Nicky is an excellent nurse. Wouldn't want to go to any other family Doctor

09/16/2025

Dr. Bell is very through answers all my questions helps out with concerns I may have and always has a smile on his face he puts my mind at ease

09/10/2025

My answer to dr bell is in the comment before this one he is a great doctor I trust him !!!!

09/10/2025

He’s easy to talk to!

09/09/2025

He was always took care of my medical problems

09/09/2025

Explains well. Friendly.

09/09/2025

I feel as though they're listening to you more and make you feel better about what you're talking to him about then it used to be. It's hard to go to the doctor but it's nice to know they make it easier than a lot of doctors offices do.

09/08/2025

He is personable and makes sure that all of your questions are answered.

09/08/2025

I don't feel like he really wanted to discuss my issues the past couple of times I have been there. It doesn't seem like he is willing to problem solve with me on how to improve my health. I am looking for a new provider.

08/29/2025

Easy to ask questions and reliable answers

08/27/2025

He may not be right for everyone, but he is right for me

08/25/2025

Great doctor

08/22/2025

Dr. Bell is extremely knowledgeable and conducts the exam in a professional manner. He provides a detailed and thorough explanation of his diagnosis and recommended treatment.

08/13/2025

He’s great, always listens and explains pros and cons to everything.

08/12/2025

Very respectful.

08/11/2025

Dr. Bell is always thorough and very concerned about my medical issue at the time.

08/09/2025

No examination just looking at the computer and answering some questions. I would think for a wellness check the dr would at least listen to your heart.

08/09/2025

He cares

08/08/2025

Encouraging visit

07/30/2025

He does what makes sense to me

07/25/2025

He is concerned and asks all the necessary questions regarding my health concerns

07/22/2025

Listens

07/19/2025

Dr Bell has treated me well for over 15 years

07/09/2025

Dr. Bell has always been professional and listens to my concerns

06/28/2025

He listens and seems to care with a wonderful attitude.

06/27/2025

Consistently answers questions

06/27/2025

Always very personable yet professional in his approach with me.

06/26/2025

Dr Bell is very thorough. He listens to my concerns and refers to my history when necessary.

06/23/2025

Best PCP ever!!!

06/18/2025

Has been our family doctor for 30 years. Very thorough. Always listens to us.

06/11/2025

Answers questions

06/06/2025

He answers all of our questions, reviews our chart with us

06/04/2025

He has been my doctor for probably 30 years. He has always took very good care of me.

06/03/2025

Again, confidence in care. And Dr. Bell has always been easy to work with.

06/02/2025

Doctor Bell cares deeply about his patients.

05/27/2025

He is friendly and always available to ask him any questions.

05/26/2025

I have had Dr. Bell as my Primary care physician for many years.

05/22/2025

He is thorough and clear in his guidance.

05/22/2025

Dr Bell is easy to talk to and is very thorough.

05/22/2025

Dr. Erhard Bell has been my doctor for many years. He is caring, thoughtful, and knowledgeable.

05/20/2025

Efficient and thorough. Balanced approach to health.

05/20/2025

Dr Bell is always excellent

05/15/2025

informative

05/14/2025

Any time I call , I can get right in . never had a problem with him and been with him for a long time . I think thats what you want in a family physician . I got it .

05/14/2025

nice demeanor

05/13/2025

Takes time to explain and answer your questions.

05/12/2025

Knowledgeable, caring

05/12/2025

One great Doctor

05/11/2025

He's very good doctor he listens to everything you have to say and tries to help you as much as he can

05/09/2025

He is helpful and suggests possible treatments and vaccines, is not pushy

05/08/2025

He is very nice and is concerned about your health

05/06/2025

Dr Bell accepted my spouse as new patient

05/05/2025

Dr. Bell is awesome. He has been our family doctor for almost 30 years. He is always understanding, knowledgeable and he is very thorough.

05/03/2025

Beat doctor I’ve ever had. I hope I don’t outlive his practice of medicine I don’t think I could get by without him

04/28/2025

Great Dr., Very thorough... and personal... thanks Dr. Bell

04/28/2025

He was very thorough in answering my questions and telling me what the next steps would be if this medication doesn't work.

04/26/2025

Been going to Dr Bell since 2000. He is Awesome.

04/24/2025

He’s worked well with me, I have had a lot of problems

04/24/2025

He is always thorough and kind. Listens to my concerns and questions.

04/23/2025

He explains things, and answers all my questions. Always has a smile and has a caring nature.

04/19/2025

He's easy to talk to and very thorough

04/19/2025

He and I are very comfortable with each other and I have confidence in him.

04/14/2025

He listened to my concerns.

03/29/2025

He's friendly and prompt. And even works with me sometimes over the phone for when I really don't need to come IN for the issue.

03/27/2025

Dr. Bell always answers questions and listens to any concerns you have

03/19/2025

Hes a great Dr and very thorough

03/18/2025

He is very thorough and he cares

03/17/2025

Dr Bell listens , and diagnosis is spot on.

03/15/2025

Nice Dr. And listens to you if have any questions concerning your health

03/14/2025

Great Doctor

03/11/2025

Give me all the time I want in discussions

03/10/2025

Very professional, caring and listens to everything you have to say!

03/04/2025

Good Doctor

03/03/2025

Been with Dr Bell since 2000. He is Awesome.

03/03/2025

He is a good doctor who listens to patients thoroughly, hears all concerns without judgement or prejudice and is willing to work with them to find solutions that work with them. I've had him for years and have always been happy with his aid.

03/02/2025

Takes all the time necessary to handle issues at hand.

02/28/2025

Dr Bell is always excellent

02/21/2025

Personable and eady to talk to. Great attitude and caring doctor.

02/17/2025

I trust home

02/14/2025

I think Doctor Bell is the greatest , I am sad the he will be retiring within the next few years . But I guess it's inevitable every one eventually has to retire at some point.

02/13/2025

Dr Bell is very knowledgeable and everything that I have been to see him for. And he is very friendly and transparent about everything that he does with me.

02/07/2025

He listens and is very smart

02/03/2025

All ready have family that goes to him

01/28/2025

Cares about patients

01/28/2025

Very good Doctor always very friendly

01/23/2025

Shows concerned for the patient.

01/23/2025

Just a good doctor who listens

01/21/2025

he is a great and caring professional

01/20/2025

Dr Bell takes the time to talk with you as needed

01/20/2025

very friendly and lesions to what you have to say

01/20/2025

He is easy to talk to, thorough and gives good information on procedures, drugs, etc.

01/20/2025

Good

01/15/2025

He is the best doctor ever!

01/15/2025

So friendly and very helpful.

01/14/2025

I adore not only the doctors, especially my doctor, Dr. Bell, but the entire staff and I have for the entire duration of being their patient. I am having recent feelings towards a female answering phones for office staff not listening to me or following through on very important and urgent matters. Other than that, A++!

01/14/2025

Because

01/14/2025

His care of issue and communication style.

01/13/2025

Addresses concerns and reviews past and brings up coming future concerns.

01/12/2025

very good doctor

01/03/2025

Dr. Bell is always pleasant and willing to answer questions.

12/23/2024

10 is good

12/18/2024

Dr. Bell addressed my back problem and listened to my concerns.

12/17/2024

good physician that I trust

12/14/2024

He is friendly, caring, and very supportive!

12/14/2024

Thorough and kind.

12/12/2024

Do Bell is a kind, gentle, intelligent, thorough doctor

12/11/2024

Dr Bell is excellent

12/10/2024

Very nice and concerned for my best health

12/10/2024

Good doctor!

12/09/2024

Dr. Bell always shows care and addresses all my concerns

12/09/2024

Quick and efficient

12/05/2024

I don't know any better or worse doctors so I would hesitate to recommend them

12/05/2024

He explains things understandably.
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