Erika L Rager, MD, MPH

Surgery

(317) 781-7391

Languages Spoken

English

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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

Tuesday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Wednesday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Thursday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Friday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Franciscan Physician Network Breast & Melanoma Specialists Indianapolis

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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

Managed Health Services

Managed Health Services MarketPlace

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Medicare Rail Road

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Sagamore

SIHO

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5 out of 5

(98 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.

64 Reviews

03/04/2026

Because she is an excellent Doctor and she let's her patients know what is wrong with them and what she plans to do to make it right.

03/02/2026

Dr. Rager is WONDERFUL!! She is very knowlegable and extremely competent in her field of expertise and has an incredible bed side manner. I felt totally blessed to have her as my surgeon.

02/27/2026

cares

02/19/2026

She was willing to spend as much answering questions as we needed. Very caring

02/15/2026

she was great explaining everything on how it works and how it works to recover from it she’s very helpful and explaining

02/12/2026

She is Wonderful....She explain everything to me up front, very caring .She told me what I could do and what I could not do....Told me how long I would be off work.....I'm so grateful for all who help me... Thank you .

02/12/2026

Wonderful doctor. With the knowledge needed in her field. Always confirms that she is a good choice when putting your faith in a doctor.

02/06/2026

Explained things in layman terms. Open to questions. Approachable. Knowledgeable

02/02/2026

She was very informative and answered all our questions. I felt very comfortable with her

01/28/2026

Takes time to answer any questions you may have, and she is never in a hurry with the appointment with her.

01/22/2026

Professional, caring, careful, competent and honest.

01/17/2026

Dr Rager puts you at ease. She seems to truly care about you.

01/13/2026

The best care!

01/08/2026

She is gifted and truly kind to patients and family.

01/08/2026

I like her- she took time to listen to a crazy me.

12/22/2025

She is so caring, patient and I just appreciate and love her kindness

12/20/2025

She tells me every little detail. She's kind and compassionate.

12/15/2025

Compassionate, explains everything in terms that are understandable

12/09/2025

Very friendly,put me at ease about my procedure

12/04/2025

Calm and reassuring demeanor, caring treatment, careful explanation of test results and future action. Friendly yet professional.

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

She gets to the problem and explains everything

09/15/2025

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

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

Helpful, compassionate and honest

03/22/2025

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

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Erika L Rager, MD, MPH

Surgery

(317) 781-7391

Languages Spoken

Locations

Franciscan Physician Network Breast & Melanoma Specialists Indianapolis

Franciscan Health Indianapolis

Franciscan Health Mooresville

About Me

Education

Board Certifications

Video

Insurances Accepted

Provider Blogs

Genetic Testing For Breast Cancer: Your Path To Empowered Health

What Cancers Can Genetic Counseling Predict?

Can Men Get Breast Cancer? What To Know

Provider Ratings

5 out of 5

64 Reviews

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