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Dr. Christopher Ritter, MD

Marksville, LA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ritter, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Marksville, LA?

    Dr. Christopher Ritter, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Marksville, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Ritter graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Ritter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritter’s office at (318) 240-6001.

    Where did Dr. Ritter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    What languages does Dr. Ritter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ritter treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ritter 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. Ritter. 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:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Infectious Disease
    • Stomach flu
    • Infectious diarrhea
    • Bowel infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ritter perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Ritter may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ritter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ritter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 240-6001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ritter accept in Marksville, LA?

    Dr. Ritter in Marksville, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Ritter's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Ritter's Primary Practice

    4231 Highway 1192

    Marksville, LA 71351

    (318) 240-6001

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    Dr. Christopher Ritter's Practice 2

    240 Highland Dr

    Many, LA 71449

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

    Dr. Ritter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174577902.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ritter?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Ritter's specialty?

    Dr. Ritter is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Marksville, LA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Ritter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Ritter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ritter is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center 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 Christopher Ritter accepting new patients in Marksville, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Ritter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Ritter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ritter's office at (318) 240-6001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Ritter?

    Please contact Dr. Ritter's office at (318) 240-6001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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