Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rakita, Infectious Disease Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Robert Rakita, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Rakita graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rakita is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rakita’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rakita’s office at (206) 543-8606.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rakita?
Dr. Robert Rakita, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rakita empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV, Infections-Transplant, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Rakita is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Rakita go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UW - Infectious Disease Fellowship
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | UW - Division of General Internal Medicine | University of Washington School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Rakita board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Rakita, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1988, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1986
What languages does Dr. Rakita speak?
Dr. Rakita and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Rakita typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Rakita 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. Rakita. 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:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Rakita typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Rakita may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Rakita's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rakita accept my insurance?
Dr. Rakita accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 543-8606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rakita accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Rakita in Seattle, WA 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
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rakita's office located?
What is Dr. Rakita's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rakita's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073606331.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rakita?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rakita
What is Dr. Robert Rakita's specialty?
Dr. Rakita is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Seattle, WA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Robert Rakita affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rakita is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Rakita accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Rakita is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Rakita offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rakita's office at (206) 543-8606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Rakita?
Please contact Dr. Rakita's office at (206) 543-8606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Rakita have?
Dr. Robert Rakita is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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