Overview
Dr. Rattay wanted to be a physician since he was very young. He was fascinated by the anatomy of bones, muscles, joints, tendons and nerves. He enjoys the diagnostic process and having the ability to dramatically change a patient’s life. He also enjoys the interactions with patients and the fact that so many of the most complex hand and wrist problems are referred to him.He looks at every patient without preconceived impressions or prejudice. He tries to relate to each individual. Dr. Rattay is from Mason City, so he tries to connect with each patient in some way personally. He tries to sense their emotional needs and direct his words and actions to help them feel more comfortable. His ultimate goal is to affect their lives in a positive way – relieving their pain while improving their function and quality of life.
Dr. Rattay is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Ganglion Cyst, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Hip Replacement.
Dr. Rattay is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery, American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery and American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Rattay is currently accepting new patients.
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- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
620 N. 8th St., Osage, IA 50461
250 S. Crescent Drive, Suite M1100, Mason City, IA 50401
250 South Crescent Drive, Suite 105, Mason City, IA 50401
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard E. Rattay
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard E. Rattay?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard E. Rattay by calling their office at 641-732-6100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard E. Rattay a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard E. Rattay is classified as an Distinguished expert for Osteoarthritis, 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. Richard E. Rattay specialize in?
While Dr. Richard E. Rattay is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Ganglion Cyst, and Hip Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Richard E. Rattay participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard E. Rattay has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Richard E. Rattay's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard E. Rattay accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard E. Rattay accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 641-732-6100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- OsteoarthritisDr. Rattay isDistinguished. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Advanced
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Rattay isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Ganglion CystDr. Rattay isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Rattay isAdvanced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Rattay isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- Experienced
- Acute PainDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- ArthritisDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- BursitisDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Congenital Generalized FibromatosisDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis.
- Desmoid TumorDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Desmoid Tumor.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- Infantile MyofibromatosisDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Myofibromatosis.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Tennis ElbowDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Tennis Elbow.
- TenosynovitisDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Trigger ThumbDr. Rattay isExperienced. Learn about Trigger Thumb.