4.8
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Steven Rakita practices surgery at James A. Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa, Florida. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine and has 27 years of experience. He speaks Arabic and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rakita 4.8 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 27 years of experience
- 2 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Arabic, Spanish
- University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
James A Haley Va Medical Center
13000 Bruce B Downs BlvdTampa, FL 33612 Tel: (813) 972-2000
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 27 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Arabic, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Tampa , FL | St Petersburg , FL | Tampa , FL | Gulf Breeze , FL |
| Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine | Med School: University of Alabama at Birmigham | Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Steven Scott Rakita
Medical Specialties
Dr. Steven Scott Rakita has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
27 Years Experience
Dr. Steven Scott Rakita holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine in 1999.
NPI Number
Dr. Rakita's NPI number is 1467569293.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dr. Steven Rakita accepting new patients?
- Dr. Steven Rakita has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Steven Rakita accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Steven Rakita accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Steven Rakita affiliated with?
- Dr. Steven Rakita is affiliated with James A Haley Veterans Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Steven Rakita's office located?
- Dr. Steven Rakita's office is located at 13000 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612.
- Does Dr. Steven Rakita accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Steven Rakita has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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