Summary

Dr. Rafael Gaytan is a cardiovascular disease specialist who brings over four decades of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and has dedicated 44 years to caring for patients with heart conditions. Dr. Gaytan is fluent in Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Gaytan practices at Mercy Clinic Cardiology in Joplin, Missouri, and maintains hospital privileges at Mercy Hospital Springfield. He focuses on treating heart rhythm disorders such as supraventricular tachycardia and bradycardia. His expertise includes performing electrocardiograms and cardiac device monitoring to help diagnose and manage various heart conditions. Patients have given Dr. Gaytan an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 44 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish
  • EMORY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Mercy Clinic Cardiology - Joplin

100 Mercy Way Ste 320Joplin, MO 64804
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Rafael J. GaytanDr. Vigyan Vijay BangDr. Stephen Francis LagaKrysti M Blankenship
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients
2.9 
44 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish Speaks Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, English
Joplin , MOBurlington , MAPleasant Prairie , WIJoplin , MO
Med School: EMORY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Seth G S Medical College Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rafael J. Gaytan

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Allwell from Home State Health
  • Ambetter from Home State Health
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • Anthem BlueCross BlueShield
  • Arkansas MCO
  • BearSkin Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • CNH/Reman
  • Comp Care of the Ozarks
  • Comp Results
  • Coventry
  • Each Care Network
  • First Health Network
  • Health Management Network
  • Health Systems Inc.
  • HealthChoice
  • HealthNet Federal
  • Home State Health
  • Humana
  • Integrity Home Care
  • MHNet
  • Missouri Care
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • National Comp Care
  • NHC Advantage
  • Prime Health Services
  • Tri-State Healthcare Coalition
  • United Healthcare
  • USA Managed Care Organization

Medical Specialties

Rafael J. Gaytan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Rafael J. Gaytan has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Rafael J. Gaytan holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from EMORY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1985 and Emory University School Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Rafael J. Gaytan's NPI number is 1376602649.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Rafael J. Gaytan affiliated with?
Rafael J. Gaytan is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield.
Where is Rafael J. Gaytan's office located?
Rafael J. Gaytan's office is located at 100 Mercy Way Ste 320, Joplin, MO, 64804.
What languages does Rafael J. Gaytan speak?
Rafael J. Gaytan speaks Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael J. Gaytan?
You can find contact information for Rafael J. Gaytan here on Vitals.
Does Rafael J. Gaytan accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Rafael J. Gaytan accepts on their Vitals profile.

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