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Erika L Rager, MD, MPH

Erika L Rager, MD, MPH

Surgery
(317) 781-7391
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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5 out of 5 (99 ratings)

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Franciscan Physician Network Breast & Melanoma Specialists Indianapolis

8111 S. Emerson Ave
Cancer Center Suite 104
Indianapolis, IN 46237

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8:00am - 5:00pm
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8:00am - 5:00pm
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8:00am - 5:00pm
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8:00am - 5:00pm
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8:00am - 5:00pm
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317-781-7391 View Details
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Franciscan Physician Network Breast & Melanoma Specialists Mooresville

Center for Women
1205 Hadley Road
Mooresville, IN 46158

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Thursday
8:00am - 12:00pm
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Franciscan Health Indianapolis

8111 South Emerson Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46237

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Franciscan Health Mooresville

1201 Hadley Road
Mooresville, IN 46158

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About Me

Education

Medical School:
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

Residency:
Univ Of North Carolina Hosps

Post-Graduate School:
Univ Of North Carolina Hosps

Undergraduate:
Indiana University Bloomington

Board Certifications

American Board of Preventive Medicine

American Board of Surgery

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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

5 out of 5

(99 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.

60 Reviews

11/17/2025

Dr. Rager has been very human and worked to bring me the best care possible.

11/06/2025

I am so thankful for her expertise doing my surgery. My breast cancer journey has been better because of her care and knowledge. She is friendly and listens and answers questions. I am five years in remission.

11/06/2025

Listens and seems caring.

11/04/2025

Takes time to discuss problems and is very sympathetic. She is knowledgeable and understanding.

11/02/2025

Very personable, made sure I understood everything she said

10/27/2025

She is kind, knowledgeable, encouraging without creating false hope or narratives, she is flexible and willing to work with other providers as a comprehensive team. She simply instills confidence and creates a foundation for moving into the next, difficult steps of fighting cancer.

10/25/2025

She’s a wonderful person and Dr well knowledgeable.

10/11/2025

Personable, caring

10/09/2025

Very kind, patient and reassuring

10/02/2025

Dr. Rager and her team are excellent.

09/18/2025

Very knowledgeable, great bedside manner, and explained all steps!

09/15/2025

Dr. Rager is friendly, knowledgeable, and doesn't rush her appointments. She truly cares about her patients.

09/15/2025

She gets to the problem and explains everything

09/09/2025

She explains everything in a way a lay person can understand.

09/04/2025

She listened to my concerns and helped to remove stress and anxiety.

08/30/2025

Very professional and pleasant to talk with

08/30/2025

She explained everything to where I understand. Didn't make me feel hurried.

08/25/2025

Wonderful, explained surgery as she went along and what to expect afterwards.

08/09/2025

Dr. Rager is very compassionate and knowledgeable for breast cancer surgery.

08/07/2025

Very personable and down to earth. Took time to explain what my diagnosis was and the procedure to come. Easy to talk to and made me feel at ease.

08/05/2025

Dr. Rager was professional without being stuffy, and was thoughtful in her choices - like using a small port for less external visibility, and making my incision under where my bra strap hides it. She was also patient while answering my questions and those of my family, taking the time to explain why we'll be moving forward with specific treatments and not with others. Thank you, Dr. Rager!

08/05/2025

She listened with compassion and assisted giving clear explanations of situation and possible procedures. She had a very pleasant presence.

07/31/2025

Erika cares

07/29/2025

Dr. Rager was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful.

07/24/2025

Dr Reger is a spectacular person she explains everything in every way that you can understand I wouldn't ask for anybody different

07/17/2025

I just put it in the statement before... She is a very caring person , great job....She told everything she going to do and how long I have to stay off of work....( which I don't like, but you have to do what Dr. said....

07/09/2025

Friendly. Asks and answers questions. Very knowledgable..

07/03/2025

Dr. Rager is the best.

07/01/2025

She was kind, understanding, gentle. Explained everything Allowed family members in the room with me

06/28/2025

I liked her she made me feel comfortable, explained things in terms I could understand

06/19/2025

Excellent and very personable

06/12/2025

Knowledgeable and willing to listen and answer any questions

05/24/2025

same as above. Just a sense we could trust her...that she is competent and in control.

05/22/2025

she is a gem

05/01/2025

She made me feel at ease and explained everything so that I understood it.

04/24/2025

Excellent MD in every way-knowledge and caring for her pts.

04/22/2025

It’s never fun to see a doctor but meeting Dr. Rager put my husband and I at ease taking the time to review my results, answer our questions and offering resources. Besides she wore really fun and cool socks, that obviously matched her awesome personality. She was compassionate, caring and didn’t rush us out. So glad to be connected with her!

04/17/2025

Dr.Rager is very efficient, caring

04/14/2025

Professional with a caring heart.

04/14/2025

best hospital in area

04/07/2025

Very polite and informative

03/22/2025

Easy to talk to and always answers my questions

03/22/2025

Great Doctor, always takes time to talk and answer questions. She always makes you feel comfortable and taken care of!

03/22/2025

Helpful, compassionate and honest

03/11/2025

Dr. Rager takes the time to listen to you and explain everything.

03/10/2025

Dr. rager is great

03/10/2025

Informative and yet friendly and kind

03/10/2025

She explains things well Very pleasant and caring

02/24/2025

Listens

02/03/2025

Love her she saved my life

02/03/2025

Great doctor

02/03/2025

She was very kind & professional. Very thorough & explained things well.

02/03/2025

Dr. Rager was very compassionate and yet thorough when explaining my cancer and options for treatment. She took her time to talk with me and answer my questions.

01/23/2025

Dr. Rager has always taken the extra time to answer all my questions. She and her team are at the top of my list. From my surgery 5 years ago to my latest mammogam she has always been there for me. I feel blessed to have them in my court.

01/21/2025

Very friendly and in

01/08/2025

She is so kind and caring professional takes time to answer all your questions makes you feel comfortable

12/19/2024

Professional and friendly relating to patient - and excellent work in surgery itself with very little scarring or disfiguration.

12/19/2024

She's very kind and takes the time to talk to you about any concerns you have and answer the questions in a straightforward manner.

12/13/2024

I always feel that I am the only patient Dr. Rager has. She makes you feel very relaxed and explains everything you are concerned about.

12/09/2024

Very knowledgeable & professional & yet friendly
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