Summary

Dr. Rafael Santana has practiced internal medicine and hospital medicine for 43 years and is affiliated with Northside Hospital. He treats chronic kidney disease stage 5, hypertensive emergency, and type 2 diabetes mellitus. He also performs chemistry panels and creatinine and creatinine clearance tests.

Dr. Santana completed his residency at Wayne State University and sees patients in Atlanta, Georgia. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Santana 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 43 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Wayne State University
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Northside Hospital Atlanta

1000 Johnson Ferry RdAtlanta, GA 30342

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Atlanta , GACumming , GAAtlanta , GAMarietta , GA
Med School: Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Lucio Santana

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rafael Lucio Santana has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rafael Lucio Santana has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Rafael Lucio Santana holds an active medical license in the state of Georgia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wayne State University.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Santana's NPI number is 1497786115.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Rafael Santana affiliated with?
Dr. Rafael Santana is affiliated with Northside Hospital.
Does Dr. Rafael Santana accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rafael Santana accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Santana?
You can find contact information for Dr. Rafael Santana here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Rafael Santana accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Rafael Santana has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Rafael Santana accepting new patients?
Dr. Rafael Santana has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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