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Dr. Diksha Ratnam, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lawrence, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ratnam, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lawrence, MA?

    Dr. Diksha Ratnam, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lawrence, MA. Dr. Ratnam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratnam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratnam’s office at (978) 683-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Ratnam speak?

    Dr. Ratnam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ratnam typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ratnam diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ratnam. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ratnam typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Diksha Ratnam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ratnam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ratnam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ratnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 683-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ratnam accept in Lawrence, MA?

    Dr. Ratnam in Lawrence, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ratnam's office located?

    Dr. Diksha Ratnam's Primary Practice

    1 General St

    Lawrence, MA 01841

    (978) 683-4000

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    What is Dr. Ratnam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ratnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073134037.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratnam?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ratnam

    What is Dr. Diksha Ratnam's specialty?

    Dr. Ratnam is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lawrence, MA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Diksha Ratnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ratnam is affiliated with Merrimackhealth Lawrence Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Diksha Ratnam accepting new patients in Lawrence, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Diksha Ratnam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Diksha Ratnam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ratnam's office at (978) 683-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Diksha Ratnam?

    Please contact Dr. Ratnam's office at (978) 683-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ratnam's office located?

    Dr. Ratnam's office is located in Lawrence, MA.