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James C Houdek, NP

James C Houdek, NP

Nurse Practitioner
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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Franciscan Physician Network Franklin Township Family Medicine

8325 E. Southport Road
Suite 100
Indianapolis, IN 46259

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Monday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Franciscan Physician Network Franklin Township 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

Nursing School:
Indiana University Purdue University Columbus

Nursing School:
University of Indianapolis

Board Certifications

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

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Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • CareSource
  • 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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Procedures Performed

  • Annual Physicals
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Family Medicine
  • Health Screenings
  • Immunizations
  • Medicare Wellness Exams
  • Medication Management
  • Pap Test / Cervical Cancer Screening
  • Referrals To Specialists
  • Same Day Sick Appointments
  • Treatment of minor injuries
  • Weight Management

Provider Ratings

4.8 out of 5

(181 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.

96 Reviews

05/05/2026

Like the way he let you know options and the best for you

05/04/2026

James is knowledgeable, professional and caring!

04/28/2026

Mr. Houdek is extremely knowledgeable, caring and answered all of my questions in a way that was easy for me to understand.

04/28/2026

He listens & explains & identifies healthcare problems & involves me in making recommendations.

04/27/2026

Very thorough with care.

04/27/2026

VERY FRIENDLY AND VERY KNOWLEGABLE

04/25/2026

James is one of the better doctors I have ever met. Ask questions and if you need to get a hold of him on my chart, he is always quick to answer. Seems concerned with your health.

04/19/2026

his compassion and his listening, and the ease of talking to him was just fabulous. I was a nervous wreck going in. He just made me calm.

04/15/2026

Personable, professional, on time, thorough and allowed for follow-up questions. Felt like they care about me as a person and wanted to partner with me to be my better self. I am very grateful for that!

04/14/2026

I am a new patient with Mr. Houdek and I went to see him for my lower back issues I’ve had for years. I feel like he is the first doctor to actually listen to me and take my problems serious. Mr Houdek got me the scans I needed and provided the steps that I needed to complete. I just completed my appointment today with the spine specialist after my visit with Mr. Houdek and i finally feel like I am moving in the correct direction thanks to Mr Houdek.

04/13/2026

Great bedside manner

04/08/2026

He was friendly, thorough, listened to my health problem and completely resolved it. Thank you.

04/07/2026

very please with the medical personnel

04/07/2026

He listened and responded with care

04/03/2026

He was friendly yet professional.

03/30/2026

Professional and friendly

03/29/2026

Met James for the first time and though I was a little hesitant, he was very friendly and open to hearing my concerns. I really appreciated the conversation and time he spent with me.

03/27/2026

Very thorough great communication wonderful personality

03/24/2026

Has great patient repore!

03/23/2026

He is the BEST

03/22/2026

I really felt like I had a voice and say with my previous caregiver at this location. Now it’s all just more medication and sometimes in obnoxious increases. No real discussion; goals, or anything with diet and exercise, I’m a person not a data point,

03/09/2026

He really seems to care for his patients

03/06/2026

Real nice guy, down to earth. Straight up no chasers. I like the motivation I got from him to care about my health. Way better than general care at the VA

03/03/2026

James is great. He is very personal and makes me feel comfortable he will be a good Doctor.

02/28/2026

The doctor is very professional.

02/27/2026

Same, and the office is nice

02/23/2026

Jim is an exceptional listener and very knowledgeable. He always makes me feel at ease and includes me in my treatment decisions.

02/21/2026

I just really like him and he seems to give you information.

02/19/2026

He listened to my concerns, evaluated next steps & made a referral.

02/16/2026

He listenef

02/13/2026

He is very thorough and treats us as if we were family!

02/11/2026

He actual cares and I didn’t feel like I was just another patient. I felt he really cared!

02/09/2026

Wonderful and pleasant and straight to the point.

02/09/2026

HE IS VERY THROUGH

02/05/2026

He was very knowledgeable in answering my questions but I felt rushed, not because of him but because of an emergency that had occurred prior to my visit that caused a later 'start time' for my appointment.

01/19/2026

He was friendly, professional and answered all of questions.

01/17/2026

he is amazing

01/16/2026

He seems super kind and super on it. Want to do it all around check up.

01/12/2026

Kind caring and makes you feel relaxed

01/09/2026

Very friendly and thorough

01/09/2026

No rush on expressing your concerns, not pushy, offer alternatives, scheduling to follow up on treatment.

12/30/2025

James Houdek listened to my concerns and immediately addressed my concerns.

12/23/2025

Prompt and seemed knowledgeable

12/19/2025

Jim is very knowledgeable and takes time to listen to your concerns

12/16/2025

He listens to what you have to say.

12/01/2025

He's always on time and seems truly concerned about me as a person.

11/24/2025

He was professional, friendly and attentive to my situation. My issue was resolved.

11/24/2025

Best NP in the entire game. I couldn’t recommend him enough. And my sister is now seeing him as well. I tell everyone I know to see him. He’s the first NP that’s listened to me and not just brushed me off.

11/20/2025

Houdek really listened to me, and actually seemed to care. He was very personable as well.

11/19/2025

He’s caring health professional .. I feel he would b good w/anyone.

11/18/2025

He actually hears the stuff im saying and takes it serious. I apperciate having a doctor who believes me when I say stuff is weird. I'm also impressed by his ability to keep a straight face. Really great guy. Glad he became a doctor.

11/17/2025

Great bedside manner

11/17/2025

Great service from caring staff

11/11/2025

He is the best! He is kind, patient and listens I trust him implicitly.

11/11/2025

He was very kind and professional and explained the treatment to me in advance.

11/07/2025

I had an excellent experience with NP James Houdek today. From the moment I walked in, the staff was welcoming and efficient, and James took the time to really listen to my concerns. They explained everything clearly, answered all my questions patiently, and made me feel completely at ease throughout the visit. What stood out most was their professionalism, compassion, and genuine care for my well-being. It’s rare to find a health care provider who combines expertise with such kindness. I left feeling confident about my treatment plan and very well cared for. I highly recommend James Houdek NP to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, attentive, and empathetic physician.

11/06/2025

He's knowledgeable and vey kind.

11/06/2025

good doctor

10/22/2025

James Houdek is the best primary care physician I have ever had, and I am 47 years old. He listens and cares and remembers what we have discussed related to my health in past visits. He provides excellent advice and guidance and is very prompt with any questions or requests that I have for him.

10/17/2025

Dr. Houdek is attentive, thorough, and knowledgeable. He listens and makes sure my questions are addressed. He is the type of PCP patients should have.

10/14/2025

Thorough assessment and treatment

10/14/2025

He is very thorough with your health issues

10/11/2025

Very thorough and caring

10/09/2025

Very responsive to my acute issue.

10/09/2025

Very personable and intelligent.

10/07/2025

Great NP, kind, thoughtful and genuinely cares for his patients

10/06/2025

He's awesome ..goes beyond yo figure out solutions and is proactive with my health

10/06/2025

He cares and listens to his patients

10/03/2025

I did see him I saw a new NP.

10/02/2025

I gave him a 9 score because i want to be able to come in and get an appointment with him and not compete with 100 others. It's hard to get into see people sometime.

09/22/2025

Very knowledgeable

09/16/2025

He is incredibly knowledgeable and listened and was tuned in to every concern. Very efficient. Took all variables into consideration.

09/15/2025

Spent the necessary time with me to cover all necessary topics. Spent time answering questions

09/08/2025

I liked him. Knowledgeable, but friendly.

09/03/2025

Ease of scheduling. Understanding Dr.

08/30/2025

Doesn’t help people, makes them look worse then they actually are

08/28/2025

Really took the time to listen and answer questions

08/26/2025

Friendly and knowledgeable as well.

08/25/2025

Very efficient

08/25/2025

He was very attentive and really listened to all of my concerns.

08/19/2025

He was very attentive to my needs and listened to my concerns

08/10/2025

I felt very comfortable with him. he was very thorough in his examinations and his input in my care!!! he followed up on everything….

08/01/2025

Our son is a patient of Dr Houdek who recommended him !

07/31/2025

He took time to hear me and help me with me and issues, I had .

07/25/2025

Jim is a excellent Physician. After my hospital stay at Ascension hospital for my followup, He went through everything i needed to address was taken care of. I loved having him as my back up

07/14/2025

HE IS THE BEST

07/03/2025

Attentive, friendly, and helpful

06/30/2025

Good bedside manner. Very knowledgeable and helpful

06/30/2025

He takes the time to listen to your health issues and has great ideas on how you can get better

06/30/2025

Personable and professional.

06/30/2025

He didn’t rush, he explained everything and made sure I was taken care of properly.

06/23/2025

Hou all treated me fine

06/19/2025

Easy to talk to and he addressed all my concerns

06/12/2025

He listens and is very good at answering my questions

06/06/2025

Doctor Houdek was undoubtedly caring, supportive, and attentive to my needs as always.

05/27/2025

He was very nice and made sure that all my questions and concerns were addressed.
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