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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rinker, Gastroenterologist in Pascagoula, MS?
Dr. Ronald Rinker, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Pascagoula, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rinker graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Gastroenterology; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rinker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rinker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rinker’s office at (228) 769-7791.
Where did Dr. Rinker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Gastroenterology; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Kansas (Wichita) Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Rinker board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Rinker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rinker speak?
Dr. Rinker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rinker treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Rinker 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. Rinker. 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:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrophic Gastritis
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Long-term Wasting Gastritis
- Persistent Stomach Lining Thinning
- Chronic Atrophy of Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2940: Chronic atrophic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Rinker perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ronald Rinker may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rinker's office.
Does Dr. Rinker accept my insurance?
Dr. Rinker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 769-7791 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rinker accept in Pascagoula, MS?
Dr. Rinker in Pascagoula, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
90 Degree Benefits
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rinker's office located?
Dr. Ronald Rinker's Primary Practice
4511 Hospital St
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 769-7791
What is Dr. Rinker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rinker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740226117.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rinker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rinker
What is Dr. Ronald Rinker's specialty?
Dr. Rinker is a Gastroenterologist near Pascagoula, MS. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Rinker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ronald Rinker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rinker is affiliated with Singing River Pascagoula 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
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Is Ronald Rinker accepting new patients in Pascagoula, MS?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Rinker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Rinker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rinker's office at (228) 769-7791 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Rinker?
Please contact Dr. Rinker's office at (228) 769-7791 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Rinker have?
Dr. Ronald Rinker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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