Richard J Kovacs MD MACC (He/Him)
Non-Invasive Cardiology, Clinical Pharmacology
Q.E. and Sally Russell Professor, Indiana University School of Medicine Chief Medical Officer American College of Cardiology
1801 N Senate BlvdE379Indianapolis, IN 46202
Fax+1 317-962-0065
Overview of Dr. Kovacs
Dr. Richard Kovacs, located in Indianapolis, IN, specializes in Cardiology with subspecialties in Non-Invasive Cardiology and Clinical Pharmacology. He completed his fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease and residency in Internal Medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine, following his graduation from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1980. Currently serving as Chief Medical Officer at the American College of Cardiology, Dr. Kovacs has extensive experience in drug safety, long QT syndrome, health policy, and sports cardiology. He also is the Interim Chief of the Division of Cardiology at Indiana University School of Medicine and as the Interim Director of the IU Health / Indiana University School of Medicine Cardiovascular Institute. His recent publications appear in prominent journals such as JACC and Circulation. Dr. Kovacs has led clinical trials related to atrial fibrillation and cognitive impairments. He has been recognized with several honors, including being named a Master by the American College of Cardiology and receiving the Sagamore of the Wabash award.
Education & Training
Indiana University School of MedicineResidency, Internal Medicine, 1985 - 1986- Indiana University School of MedicineFellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 1982 - 1985
- Indiana University School of MedicineResidency, Internal Medicine, 1980 - 1982
University of Cincinnati College of MedicineClass of 1980
Certifications & Licensure
IN State Medical License 1982 - 2025
MI State Medical License 2007 - 2018
American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine- American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Disease
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Alpha Omega Alpha 2023
- Regional Top Doctor Castle Connolly, 2014-2022
- Master American College of Cardiology, 2020
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Clinical Trials
- The Efficacy and Safety of a Selective Estrogen Receptor Beta Agonist (LY500307) for Negative Symptoms and Cognitive Impairment Associated With Schizophrenia Start of enrollment: 2013 Jun 01
- Influence of Progesterone Administration on Drug-Induced QT Interval Lengthening Start of enrollment: 2013 Apr 01
- A Double-Blind Trial of Adjunctive Valacyclovir to Improve Cognition in Early Phase Schizophrenia Start of enrollment: 2014 Mar 26
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Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Results From the Big Ten COVID-19 Cardiac Registry: Impact of SARS-COV-2 on Myocardial Involvement.Jennifer S Albrecht, Joel T Greenshields, Suzanne Smart, Ian H Law, Larry R Rink
Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine. 2025-03-01 - A novel scoring system and correlative analysis of the strength and effectiveness of nationwide high school cardiopulmonary resuscitation mandates: Insights from a hig...Aashish Katapadi, Avani Lakkireddy, Sneha Korlakunta, Lasya Maganti, Rachad Ghazal
Heart Rhythm. 2025-02-01 - Reperfused Myocardial Infarction: The Road to CCS Classification of Acute MI and Beyond.Rohan Dharmakumar, Robert A Kloner, Michael Fishbein, Gerd Heusch, Keyur P Vora
JACC. Advances. 2025-02-01
Journal Articles
- Finding Refuge in the ACC Family in Unprecedented TimesRichard Kovacs, MD, JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging
Authored Content
- Finding Refuge in the ACC Family in Unprecedented TimesMay 2020
Press Mentions
CMS Proposal Would Expand Medicare, Medicaid Coverage for GLP-1 DrugsNovember 27th, 2024- Integrating Behavioral Health into Non-Primary Care SettingsAugust 22nd, 2024
- Cardiologists Support New Bill That Would Improve AED Access Among StudentsMarch 30th, 2023
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Committees
- member, 2013 ACCF/AHA Guideline for the Management of ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna Choice POS II
Aetna HMO
Anthem Blue Access PPO
Anthem Blue Preferred HMO
BCBS Alabama PPO
BCBS Blue Card PPO
BCBS Illinois PPO
BCBS Massachusetts Blue Care Elect PPO
CIGNA HMO
CIGNA Open Access
CIGNA PPO
Cofinity PPO
First Health PPOGreat West PPO
Harvard Pilgrim HMO
HealthLink PPO
Humana ChoiceCare Network PPO
Kaiser Permanente
Multiplan PHCS PPO
Multiplan PPO
Sagamore Health Plus
Tufts Health Plan PPO
UniCare PPO
United Healthcare - Direct Choice Plus POS
United Healthcare - Direct Options PPO - Please verify your coverage with the provider's office directly when scheduling an appointment
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