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Cardiologists in Nebraska

Cardiologists specialise in the heart and blood vessels: rhythm, blood pressure, cholesterol and heart disease. Below are 22 cardiologists practising in Nebraska, across Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk, Kearney, Grand Island and Columbus, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Cardiologists in Nebraska

  1. Joseph D. Lynch, MD Cardiology Omaha, NE 68131
  2. Gina G. Mentzer, MD Cardiology Lincoln, NE 68503
  3. Maryanne Hartzell, MD Cardiology Norfolk, NE 68701
  4. Linda M. Ferrer Gonzalez, MD Cardiology Kearney, NE 68845
  5. Jeffrey K. King, MD Cardiology Grand Island, NE 68803
  6. Nadarajah Srikumar, MD Cardiology Columbus, NE 68601
  7. James N. Karnegis, MD Cardiology Elkhorn, NE 68022
  8. Christopher M. Lambert, MD Cardiology Scottsbluff, NE 69361
  9. John J. Cimino, MD, FACC Cardiology Bellevue, NE 68123
  10. Ricky L. Heirigs, MD Cardiology North Platte, NE 69101
  11. Michael M. Dehning, MD Cardiology Omaha, NE 68114
  12. John A. Steuter, MD Cardiology Lincoln, NE 68506
  13. Douglas Welsh, MD Cardiology Norfolk, NE 68701
  14. William Vosik, MD Cardiology Kearney, NE 68847
  15. Clayton J. Friesen, MD Cardiology Grand Island, NE 68803
  16. Firas Alani, MD Cardiology Columbus, NE 68601
  17. Chandra K. Nair, MD Cardiology Omaha, NE 68131
  18. Anuj Jain, MD Cardiology Lincoln, NE 68506
  19. Krishna Naag Velagapudi, MD Cardiology Norfolk, NE 68701
  20. Anub G. John, MD Cardiology Kearney, NE 68847
  21. Mina Bhatnagar, MD, MPH Cardiology Omaha, NE 68198
  22. Ross S. Pacini, MD Cardiology Lincoln, NE 68506

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a cardiologist

Common reasons

  • Chest discomfort or pressure
  • Palpitations and irregular heartbeat
  • High blood pressure that is hard to control
  • High cholesterol and heart disease risk
  • Shortness of breath with activity

Signs it may be time

  • Your primary care doctor referred you
  • You notice palpitations, a racing or skipped heartbeat
  • You have a strong family history of heart disease
  • A watch or test flagged an irregular rhythm

How to get the most from your cardiologist visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • Home blood pressure readings, with dates and times
  • Any ECG or rhythm notifications from your watch
2

During: questions to ask

  • What does my heart rhythm or test result show?
  • What is my overall heart risk, and what changes it most?
  • Which symptoms mean I should call right away?
  • How should I track my heart rate or blood pressure at home?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • When palpitations or chest symptoms happen, and what you were doing
  • Resting heart rate and blood pressure
  • Exercise, sleep, caffeine and alcohol

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Cardiology care is mostly what you do between visits. Patterns in heart rate, blood pressure and symptoms over weeks tell your cardiologist far more than a single reading in the office. Apple Health already records much of this; the trick is seeing it next to how you felt. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next cardiologist appointment in Nebraska with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

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Questions

How do I find a cardiologist in Nebraska?

This page lists 22 cardiologists practising in Nebraska, including Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk, Kearney, Grand Island and Columbus, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a cardiologist in Nebraska?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first cardiologist appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; Home blood pressure readings, with dates and times; Any ECG or rhythm notifications from your watch.

Do I need a referral to see a cardiologist?

It depends on your insurance. Many plans need a referral from your primary care doctor; others let you book directly. Check with your plan first.

When are chest symptoms an emergency?

Chest pain or pressure, especially with shortness of breath, sweating, nausea or pain spreading to the arm, jaw or back, needs emergency care. Call 911 rather than waiting for an appointment.

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