Summary

Dr. Mark Ratchford specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania, and completed his residency training at Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ratchford is board certified in family medicine through the American Board of Family Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Ratchford practices at Conemaugh Physician Group Primary Care in Portage, Pennsylvania, and maintains hospital privileges at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. He treats a wide range of conditions including joint pain, high blood pressure, and severe blood pressure episodes. His practice incorporates physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients improve their overall health and mobility. Patients rate Dr. Ratchford 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital, Johnstown, PA
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Conemaugh Physician Group - Primary Care - Portage RHC

3670 Portage St Ste 105Portage, PA 15946
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, PA Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mark Ratchford

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AlwaysCare
  • Ambetter - HMO
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicare
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Intergroup Services
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Progressive
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Workers’ Compensation
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan - PPO

Medical Specialties

Mark Ratchford has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Mark Ratchford has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Diabetes
  • Family Planning
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Stroke
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

Mark Ratchford holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital, Johnstown, PA.

Medical School

Graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, PA.

NPI Number

Mark Ratchford's NPI number is 1669479101.

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Mark Ratchford is affiliated with CONEMAUGH MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER.

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