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Dr. Rama Makkena, MD

Rheumatology*
3.4 (5)
Map Pin Small Austin, TX
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Rama Makkena, MD

Dr. Rama Makkena, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Austin, TX. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 44 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES / GUNTUR MEDICAL COLLEGE and is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple. Patients rated Dr. Makkena an average 3.4 star rating.

Dr. Makkena works at Practice in Austin, TX. They are accepting new patients and have indicated that they accept telehealth appointments. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Makkena's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Austin Va Cboc
    7901 Metropolis Dr, Austin, TX 78744 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (512) 823-4000
  2. 2
    Va Outpatient Clinic Imaging
    2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (512) 389-6513

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  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

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About Dr. Rama Makkena, MD

Specialties*
  • Rheumatology

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Years of Experience
  • 44 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
  • English
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NPI Number
  • 1275647398
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Education & Certifications

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES / GUNTUR MEDICAL COLLEGE
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
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Dr. Rama Makkena, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Makkena is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

Dr. Makkena has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

5 patients have reviewed Dr. Makkena. The overall rating for this provider is 3.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Makkena.

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