Dr. Nitesh Ratnakar
Gastroenterology in Elkins, West Virginia
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 26+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Nitesh Ratnakar, MD,FACG, is a Gastroenterology specialist in Elkins, West Virginia. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1998, having over 26 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Davis Memorial Hospital, East Ohio Regional Hospital, Ohio Valley Medical Center, Reynolds Memorial Hospital, Wheeling Hospital. Dr. Nitesh Ratnakar also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including West Virginia Gastroenterology And Endoscopy. Dr. Nitesh Ratnakar accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (304) 637-2360 to request Dr. Nitesh Ratnakar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Nitesh Ratnakar |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
1153324561 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Gastroenterology (primary specialty)
- Geriatric Medicine
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 26 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
- FACG
Education and Training
- Dr. Nitesh Ratnakar graduated from medical school in 1998.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1285667410
- NPI Enumeration Date: Sunday, July 9, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, March 20, 2014
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Nitesh Ratnakar
Medical Licenses
Dr. Nitesh Ratnakar has been primarily specialized in Gastroenterology for over 26 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Gastroenterology
click for detail Gastroenterology An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
| 22218 | West Virginia |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 22218 | West Virginia |
- Internal Medicine / Gastroenterology
click for detail Gastroenterology An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
| 35.096331 | Ohio |
- Internal Medicine / Geriatric Medicine
click for detail Geriatric Medicine An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.
| 22218 | West Virginia |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Elkins, West Virginia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Martins Ferry, Ohio | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Wheeling, West Virginia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Glen Dale, West Virginia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Wheeling, West Virginia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- West Virginia Gastroenterology And Endoscopy
| West Virginia Gastroenterology And Endoscopy | 4 |
Practice Locations
213 Main St
Elkins, WV 26241-4161
Phone: (304) 637-2360
Fax: (304) 637-2362
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Dr. Nitesh Ratnakar [NPI: 1285667410]Gastroenterology, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine