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Dr. Venkata Kottapalli, MD

Dr. Venkata Kottapalli, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Venkata Kottapalli, MD is a gastroenterologist in Lima, OH and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kottapalli has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center and Lima Memorial Health System. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

512 N Cable Rd Lima, OH 45805

Make an Appointment

(419) 228-2600

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kottapalli is affiliated with Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center Lima, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Kottapalli is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kottapalli specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kottapalli's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kottapalli

3.8

26 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 10, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Caren Hagen – Jun 22, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Skinny – Mar 17, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 14, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
JW – Jun 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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D. Hover – Nov 08, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 09, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lima, OH – Sep 19, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anna in New Knoxville, OH – Mar 02, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carolyn Harshbarger in Wapakoneta, OH – Jan 20, 2016
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biography

Dr. Venkata Kottapalli, MD is a gastroenterologist in Lima, OH and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kottapalli has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • University Of Alaska / Anchorage Campus

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Kottapalli is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    GI Physicians Inc.512 N Cable Rd Lima, OH 45805
    1

    Practice

    Kindred Hospital Lima730 W Market St Lima, OH 45801
    2

    Practice

    Lima Joint Replacement Inc770 W High St Ste 290 Lima, OH 45801
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lima Memorial Health System

      1001 Bellefontaine Ave
      Lima, OH 45804

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Grand Lake Health System

      200 Saint Clair Ave
      Saint Marys, OH 45885

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center

      730 W Market St
      Lima, OH 45801
      Recipient of 36
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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