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Dr. Scott Ratner, MD

Dr. Scott Ratner, MD

Franklin Square, NY

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ratner, Specialist in Franklin Square, NY?

    Dr. Scott Ratner, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Franklin Square, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ratner graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Anesthesiology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Cardiovascular Diseases; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Physicians, American College of Cardiology, Society of Critical Care Medicine, American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, and Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography. Dr. Ratner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratner’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratner’s office at (516) 616-0808.

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

    • Fellowship: Columbia University College-Physicians & Surgeons | Columbia Presbyterian Med. Ctr

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Anesthesiology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Cardiovascular Diseases; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine | New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Columbia University Medical Center | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ratner board certified in Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Ratner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1982, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1987, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1985

    What languages does Dr. Ratner speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ratner treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Ratner 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. Ratner. 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Pain at Rest (Other Limb)
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries
    • PAD arm pain at rest
    • Critical limb ischemia arm
    • Severe arm artery pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
    • I70228: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, other extremity

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Carotid Artery
    • Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Does Dr. Ratner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ratner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 616-0808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ratner accept in Franklin Square, NY?

    Dr. Ratner in Franklin Square, NY 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ratner's office located?

    Dr. Scott Ratner's Primary Practice

    407 Franklin Ave

    Franklin Square, NY 11010

    (516) 616-0808

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    Dr. Scott Ratner's Practice 2

    900 Franklin Ave

    Valley Stream, NY 11580

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    Dr. Scott Ratner's Practice 3

    259 1st St

    Mineola, NY 11501

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College of Physicians

    Fellow

    American College of Cardiology

    Fellow

    Society of Critical Care Medicine

    Fellow

    American Society of Nuclear Cardiology

    Member

    Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Ratner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932143997.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratner?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Ratner's specialty?

    Dr. Ratner is a Specialist near Franklin Square, NY. Contact Dr. Ratner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Ratner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ratner is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital & Heart 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

    Where can I learn more about Specialist?

    Explore Specialist 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 Scott Ratner accepting new patients in Franklin Square, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Ratner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Ratner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ratner's office at (516) 616-0808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Ratner?

    Please contact Dr. Ratner's office at (516) 616-0808 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Ratner have?

    Dr. Scott Ratner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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