Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ratliff, Surgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. William Ratliff is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ratliff graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at St. Joseph Medical Center, Houston. Dr. Ratliff is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratliff’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratliff’s office at (713) 862-9900.
Where did Dr. Ratliff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. Joseph Medical Center, Houston | Christus Santa Rosa Health Care Program
Medical School: Texas A&M University
What languages does Dr. Ratliff speak?
Dr. Ratliff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ratliff treat?
As a Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
- Incisional Hernia with Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Connective Tissue Neoplasm
- Soft Tissue Growth
- Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4819: Other specified neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Neoplasm
- Soft Tissue Growth
- Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D481: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Groin Hernia with Blockage
- Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
- Obstructed Groin Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Breast Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Breast Disease
- Breast Neoplasm
- Breast Lump of Unknown Type
- Uncertain Breast Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4861: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of right breast
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Which procedures does Dr. Ratliff perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. William Ratliff may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ratliff's office.
Does Dr. Ratliff accept my insurance?
Dr. Ratliff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 862-9900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ratliff accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ratliff in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Memorial Hermann
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ratliff's office located?
Dr. William Ratliff's Primary Practice
1631 North Loop W Ste 645
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 862-9900
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 1851304679.
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. William Ratliff's specialty?
Dr. Ratliff is a Surgeon near Houston, TX. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Ratliff to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Ratliff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ratliff is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital 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
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Is William Ratliff accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. William Ratliff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Ratliff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ratliff's office at (713) 862-9900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Ratliff?
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