Dr. Rafay S. Cheema

Family Medicine
Western AR River Valley Med Res Corp
612 S 12th St, 
Fort Smith, AR 
Western AR River Valley Med Res Corp
612 S 12th St, 
Fort Smith, AR 

Overview

Rafay Cheema is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Acute Cystitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.

Specialties

Family Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Arkansas Health and Wellness
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
QualChoice
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Western AR River Valley Med Res Corp
612 S 12th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
Other Locations
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
7301 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72903

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Total Publications

Somatosensory cortex neuronal integrity is altered after stroke.
Somatosensory cortex neuronal integrity is altered after stroke.
Journal: Frontiers in human neuroscience
Published: February 13, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rafay S. Cheema

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rafay S. Cheema?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Rafay S. Cheema by calling their office at 479-785-2431. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Rafay S. Cheema a top-rated expert for Sepsis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rafay S. Cheema is classified as an Experienced expert for Sepsis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Rafay S. Cheema specialize in?

While Dr. Rafay S. Cheema is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.

Does Dr. Rafay S. Cheema participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Rafay S. Cheema has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sepsis. You can view a list of Dr. Rafay S. Cheema's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Rafay S. Cheema accept my insurance?

Dr. Rafay S. Cheema accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 479-785-2431 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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