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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ricotta, Family Medicine Specialist in Cranberry Township, PA?
Dr. Cara Ricotta, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cranberry Township, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ricotta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ricotta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ricotta’s office at (814) 278-4898.
What languages does Dr. Ricotta speak?
Dr. Ricotta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ricotta typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ricotta 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. Ricotta. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ricotta typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cara Ricotta may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ricotta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ricotta accept my insurance?
Dr. Ricotta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 278-4898 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ricotta accept in Cranberry Township, PA?
Dr. Ricotta in Cranberry Township, PA 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Ricotta's office located?
Dr. Cara Ricotta's Primary Practice
2000 Westinghouse Dr Ste 200
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
(814) 278-4898
What is Dr. Ricotta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ricotta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275781569.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ricotta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ricotta
What is Dr. Cara Ricotta's specialty?
Dr. Ricotta is a Family Medicine Specialist near Cranberry Township, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Cara Ricotta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ricotta is affiliated with Mount Nittany Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Upmc Altoona, Geisinger-Lewistown 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Cara Ricotta accepting new patients in Cranberry Township, PA?
Yes, Dr. Cara Ricotta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cara Ricotta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ricotta's office at (814) 278-4898 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cara Ricotta?
Please contact Dr. Ricotta's office at (814) 278-4898 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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