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Dr. Michael Ratz, MD

Georgetown, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ratz, Pediatrician in Georgetown, SC?

    Dr. Michael Ratz, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Georgetown, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Ratz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratz’s office at (843) 314-1314.

    Is Dr. Ratz board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Ratz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Ratz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ratz treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ratz 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. Ratz. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ratz perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Ratz may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ratz's office.

    Does Dr. Ratz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ratz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 314-1314 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ratz accept in Georgetown, SC?

    Dr. Ratz in Georgetown, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Point32Health

    • State of South Carolina

    • Univera Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ratz's office located?

    Dr. Michael Ratz's Primary Practice

    606 Black River Rd

    Georgetown, SC 29440

    (843) 314-1314

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    Dr. Michael Ratz's Practice 2

    4070 Highway 17

    Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

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    Dr. Michael Ratz's Practice 3

    64 Business Center Dr

    Pawleys Island, SC 29585

    (843) 314-1314

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

    Dr. Ratz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922121136.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratz?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Ratz's specialty?

    Dr. Ratz is a Pediatrician near Georgetown, SC. 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. Contact Dr. Ratz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Ratz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ratz is affiliated with Tidelands Waccamaw Community 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Michael Ratz accepting new patients in Georgetown, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Ratz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Ratz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ratz's office at (843) 314-1314 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Ratz?

    Please contact Dr. Ratz's office at (843) 314-1314 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Ratz have?

    Dr. Michael Ratz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

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