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Dr. Steven Ratcliff, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Athens, TN

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ratcliff, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Athens, TN?

    Dr. Steven Ratcliff, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, TN. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Ratcliff graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine. Dr. Ratcliff is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratcliff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratcliff’s office at (423) 741-1411.

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

    • Medical School: Texas A & M University System Health Science Center College of Medicine | Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ratcliff speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ratcliff typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ratcliff 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. Ratcliff. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung infection
    • Chest infection
    • Acute respiratory infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J22: Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Bruise on Head
    • Bruises
    • Head contusion
    • Head bump
    • Black and blue mark on head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0093XA: Contusion of unspecified part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ratcliff typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Ratcliff may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ratcliff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ratcliff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ratcliff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 741-1411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ratcliff accept in Athens, TN?

    Dr. Ratcliff in Athens, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ratcliff's office located?

    Dr. Steven Ratcliff's Primary Practice

    1114 W Madison Ave

    Athens, TN 37303

    (423) 741-1411

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ratcliff affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ratcliff has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Erlanger Baroness Hospital,Chattanooga, TN
    Bradley Medical Center, Llc,Cleveland, TN
    Cumberland Medical Center,Crossville, TN

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

    Dr. Ratcliff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548204951.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratcliff?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Ratcliff's specialty?

    Dr. Ratcliff is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Athens, TN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Steven Ratcliff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ratcliff is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee Medical Center, Parkwest Medical Center, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Steven Ratcliff accepting new patients in Athens, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Ratcliff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Ratcliff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ratcliff's office at (423) 741-1411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Ratcliff?

    Please contact Dr. Ratcliff's office at (423) 741-1411 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ratcliff's office located?

    Dr. Ratcliff's office is located in Athens, TN.