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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ratliff, Pediatrician in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Ellen Ratliff, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ratliff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratliff’s office at (318) 221-2225.
What languages does Dr. Ratliff speak?
Dr. Ratliff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ratliff typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ratliff 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. Ratliff. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Acute Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Other acute sinusitis
- Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
- Different types of acute sinus infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0180: Other acute sinusitis
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ratliff typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ratliff performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ratliff. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Ratliff accept my insurance?
Dr. Ratliff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 221-2225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ratliff accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Ratliff in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ratliff's office located?
What is Dr. Ratliff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ratliff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942820964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratliff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ratliff
What is Dr. Ellen Ratliff's specialty?
Dr. Ratliff is a Pediatrician near Shreveport, LA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Ellen Ratliff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ratliff is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ellen Ratliff accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Ratliff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Ratliff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ratliff's office at (318) 221-2225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Ratliff?
Please contact Dr. Ratliff's office at (318) 221-2225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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