Ashok Kumar Coimbatore Jeyakumar, MD
Specialties: Cardiac Surgery
Gender: Male
Biography: Dr. Ashok Kumar Coimbatore Jeyakumar (“Dr. C J”), is a highly trained, experienced, and accomplished adult cardiac surgeon with a wealth of expertise in performing routine and complex cardiac surgeries.
He completed his Cardiovascular and thoracic surgery residency from the prestigious, the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, an institute of national importance under the Government of India. After being in a high-volume private practice for a few years, he moved to the U.S and further honed his skills by completing a highly competitive Advanced Adult Cardiac Surgery fellowship including a dedicated TAVR Fellowship from Emory University, Atlanta, GA (2017-2019). He then proceeded to complete another highly competitive Robotic and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Fellowship from the prestigious Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH (2019-2020).
He then joined the University of Mississippi Medical Center as an Adult cardiac surgeon in August 2020. With an extensive background in the field, he has successfully performed a wide range of routine and complex cardiac surgeries with unwavering precision.
Among his many areas of specialization, Dr. C J has developed a profound proficiency in advanced coronary revascularization surgeries, and truly shines in complex thoracic aortic surgeries. To stay at the forefront of medical advancements, Dr. C J embraces innovative approaches, including robotic and minimally invasive cardiac surgeries thereby enhancing patient outcomes by minimizing scarring, reducing recovery times, and improving overall well-being. He is currently the Surgical Director for Advanced Coronary Revascularization and Complex Thoracic Aortic Surgeries at UMMC.
Beyond his technical expertise, Dr. C J embodies compassion and dedication, establishing a strong rapport with his patients and providing unwavering support throughout their medical journey.
My Approach to Healthcare
As a cardiac surgeon, my impressive approach centers on patient-centered care, prevention, collaboration, innovation, and compassion. I prioritize strong patient-doctor relationships, personalized care plans, and continuous learning to offer cutting-edge treatments. Through community outreach and education, I empower individuals to make informed decisions about their health. Upholding the highest ethical standards, my holistic approach aims to improve lives and advance healthcare with empathy and dedication.
Practice Locations
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UMMC Colony Park South
326 Commerce Center Drive, Ridgeland, MS 39157 View Location |
Accepted Insurance Plans
The University of Mississippi Medical Center accepts all plans, but may not be an in-network provider with your plan. We encourage you to contact your insurer and ask if the plan is in network with UMMC. Always contact your insurance carrier for specific coverage information.
*Note: Grenada and Holmes County locations have different payor contracts. Oral Surgeons are considered in-network to the medical health plans listed below NOT dental.
Jackson and Madison
Medicare health insurance plans
- Devoted Health
- Humana Medicare Advantage
- Medicare - Fee for Service
- Railroad Medicare - Fee for Service
- Shared Health Mississippi
- United Healthcare (except HMO)
- Vantage Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
- Wellcare - Medicare Advantage
Medicaid health plans
- Mississippi Medicaid Fee for Service
- MS CAN Plans: Magnolia, Molina, TrueCare
- MS CHIP: Magnolia, Molina, TrueCare
Dental plans
- Always Care
- Avesis
- Medicaid Fee for Service
- MS CAN: Magnolia Health Plan, Molina HealthCare, TrueCare
- Ambetter
- Unum
Vision plans
- EyeMed
- First Look
- March Vision
Commercial, Marketplace and other health plans
- Aetna Health Management (excludes UMMC Madison)
- Ambetter
- American Life Care - PHCS/Multiplan
- Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
- BCBS Federal
- Celtic (Transplants)
- Cigna PPO (excludes transplants; excludes UMMC Madison)
- Corvel Healthcare Corp (Workers Comp.)
- First Choice Health Plan - includes Humana PPO Commercial, but not Humana Medicare Advantage
- First Health Network/Coventry - Aetna
- Government Employees Health Insurance Association (GEHA) - United Healthcare
- Interlink Health Services (Transplant)
- LifeTrac (Transplant)
- Mississippi Department of Rehab Services (MDRS)
- Mississippi Physicians Care Network (MPCN)
- Mississippi State and School Employees' Health Insurance Plan (AHS Network administered by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi)
- Multiplan - PHCS/American Life Care
- North Mississippi Health Link
- OptumHealth Care Solutions, Inc. (Transplant)
- OptumHealth VA CCN
- PPO Plus, LLC/Zelis/Stratose
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Tricare
- United Healthcare: PPO Commercial (excludes HMO)
- Vantage Health Plan: Commercial, PPACA Plan
- Veterans Administration
Behavioral health plans
- United Behavioral Health
- Cigna Behavioral Health
Education
Board Certification: | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Fellowship: | Emory University School of Medicine |
Fellowship: | Cleveland Clinic Foundation |
Internship: | The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University |
Medical Education: | The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University |
Residency: | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research |
Experience
Current Positions
Director, School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, UMMC | 2023 - Present |
Director, School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, UMMC | 2022 - Present |
Associate Professor, School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS 39216 | 08/2020 - Present |
Specialty Certification Licensure
Certification, USMLE Steps 1,2 and 3 | |
Certification, ECFMG | |
NPI, 1982127437 | |
Licensure, Physician License, Indian Medical Council | 06/2006 - Present |
Licensure, MD, Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation | 04/2020 - 07/2023 |
Licensure, MD, Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure | 08/2020 - Present |
Licensure, MD, State Medical Board of Ohio | 07/2019 - 04/2023 |
Honors, Awards, and Recognition
Fellow of American College of Surgeons, American College of Surgeons | 2022 |
Rene. G. Favaloro International Fellow Award, Cleveland Clinic | 2020 |