Heather L, Ratliff, DO
Heather L, Ratliff is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Lewisburg, WV with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across WV can see Heather L, Ratliff, DO in person in Lewisburg or via virtual visit — no travel required. A West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine graduate since 2004, she brings 22+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 39% of reporting doctors in West Virginia
- Uses generic medications more than 49% of reporting doctors in West Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 327dNPPES updated 2025-07-01 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at West Virginia Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
289 Dawkins Dr, Lewisburg, WV 24901-9674
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.1%
West Virginia avg: 3.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4 pts)
1.1% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.4%
West Virginia avg: 82.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in West VirginiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
211
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
385
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,092
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $376k
Percentile rankings compared against 528 reporting peers in West Virginia.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$778 received from industry
44 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Heather L, Ratliff's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Jun 30, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
176 Medical Center Dr, Rainelle, WV 25962-1064
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Heather L, Ratliff
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Heather L, Ratliff for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Lewisburg required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heather L, Ratliff
NPI records show Dr. Ratliff as active with telehealth listed in Lewisburg, WV. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (304) 793-0005.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Heather L, Ratliff
Practice Location
289 Dawkins Dr, Lewisburg, WV 24901-9674
Mailing Address
176 Medical Center Dr, Rainelle, WV 25962-1064
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