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Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD

(Rita M. Knotts, MD)

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Specializes in: Gastroenterology (Digestive System)
SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine (2012)
Professional interests include: heartburn, paraesophageal hernia, Barrett's esophagus, and more.
240 East 38th Street 23rd Floor
New York, NY 10016

Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD is a gastroenterologist in New York, NY specializing in gastroenterology (digestive system). She graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 2012 and has 13 years of experience. Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD is affiliated with New York University, NYU Langone Health and NYU Langone Gastroenterology Associates.

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Office Locations

Address:

240 East 38th Street 23rd Floor
New York, NY 10016

Some issues Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2018 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in New York, NY were gastrointestinal procedures, hospital care, inpatient care and minimally invasive procedures.

blood draw 22
diagnostic procedures 42
doctor visit 152
gastrointestinal procedures 152
hospital care 99
inpatient care 99
manometry 39
minimally invasive procedures 45
preventive care 11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 42

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2018 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD.

Gender
Female 31
Male 20
Ethnicity
Black / African American 5
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 35
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic 4
Other
Age
85 and over 8
75 to 84 16
Less than 65 7
65 to 74 19

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD From 2018 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 21
High Cholesterol 20
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 16
Depression 9
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 3
Osteoporosis 5
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 12
Atrial Fibrillation 5
Cancer 6
Dementia 6

Education & Training

Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 2012. She completed residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine (2012)

Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital (2015)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (2015)

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

New York University
NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone Gastroenterology Associates

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Local 1199, HIP, Multiplan, Cigna, First Health, Aetna, United Healthcare, POMCO Insurance Company, Tricare, Magnacare, Oxford, Humana, Medicare, NYSHIP - The Empire Plan, Sedgwick WTC, VA Community Care Network, GHI, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Qualcare Inc., Railroad Medicare, Connecticare, WTC Health Program, HIP EPO, HIP Access II, HIP Access I, MagnaCare PPO, Humana Medicare Advantage, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), BlueCross BlueShield of Florida, CIGNA Open Access, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare Indemnity, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, United Healthcare Choice, Aetna Open Access HMO, Vytra HMO, Healthfirst Medicaid, TRICARE, Anthem, Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, Healthfirst Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare HMO, Aetna Open Access EPO, AARP, WellCare Medicare, WellCare, Medicare Part B, United Healthcare Medicare, Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, 1199SEIU, Guardian, Fidelis Care, HIP PPO, HIP POS, HIP HMO, Aetna, Aetna Medicare, HIP Child Health Plus, MultiPlan PPO, MultiPlan, GHI Medicare Supplement, United Healthcare Navigate, Aetna POS, First Health PPO, Great-West Healthcare HMO, Aetna Indemnity, Great-West Healthcare, Golden Rule, Community Care Network (CCN), MetroPlus Child Health Plus, Trustmark , MetroPlus Medicare, MetroPlus Medicaid, MetroPlus Health, Beech Street PPO, Kaiser Permanente, GHI HMO, CIGNA PPO, Group Health Incorporated (GHI), CIGNA HMO, EmblemHealth, CIGNA Indemnity, Healthfirst Child Health Plus, Elderplan, Medicaid Managed Care, TriWest, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield POS, Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Local 1199 PPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity, US Family Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Railroad Medicare, GEHA, BCBS PPO - Empire PPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), BCBS Healthplus Special Needs, BCBS PPO/EPO Small Group, Teamsters Allied Benefits, Healthfirst Green Leaf Exchange, Apwu Health Plan, Christian Brothers Services, Qualcare Inc, BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), Hotel Trades Council, HIP Prime Silver Exchange, Insurance Design Administrators, Healthfirst Essential Plan 1 & 2, Health Net of California, Global Excel, Centers Plan For Healthy Living, Healthfirst Silver Leaf Exchange, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 4, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 3, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 2, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 1, American Plan Administrators, HIP Prime Platinum Exchange, BCBS Local 32BJ Employees, Healthfirst Platinum Leaf Exchange, HIP Prime Gold Exchange, AXA Assistance USA, Healthfirst Gold Total, Pro, Plus EPO, Fiserv Health, Mutual of Omaha, UMR, VillageCare, BCBS Mediblue Medicare PPO, BCBS Healthplus Gatekeeper exchange, BCBS EPO (LICH Employees), Screen Actors Guild, HIP Prime Silver, HIP Prime Bronze Exchange, Partners Health Plan FIDA, Meritain Health, CenterLight Healthcare DIRECT, HIP VIP Medicare Bold, Administrative Concepts, HIP Bridge, Healthfirst Silver Total, Pro, Plus EPO, Connecticare Bridge, BCBS PPO (LICH Employees), BCBS Healthplus NY Child Health Plus NY, BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (NYU Langone Employees), River Spring Medicare HMP SNP, NY Fire Department - WTC, HIP Prime Bronze, Healthfirst Personal Wellness Plan, BCBS Blue Access EPO Small Group, BCBS Healthplus Mediblue Advantage, Connecticare Commercial, HIP Prime Gold, Healthfirst Platinum Total, Pro, Plus EPO, Health Republic of New Jersey, Nippon Life Ins Co, Healthfirst Essential Plan 3 & 4, New York Hotel Trades, HIP VIP Medicare Prime, HIP Prime Basic Exchange, Global Health, Healthfirst Bronze Leaf Exchange, HIP Prime Platinum, Partners Health Plan Medicare, NYS Health Insurance Plan - The Empire Plan, Excelsior Plan, NY Student Employee Health Plan, World Trade Center - Sedgwick, US Life Insurance Company, BCBS Blue Access PPO Large Group, BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (NYU Langone Employees), Oxford Health Plans Liberty, Wlny-TV Inc., BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), CenterLight Healthcare PACE, Hamaspik Choice Medicare DSNP, Medicare Part A and B, Healthfirst Gold Leaf Exchange, BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees), Healthfirst Bronze Total, Pro, Plus EPO, BCBS Mediblue Select HMO/Extra HMO, IUOE Local 14-14B, Chesterfield Resources Inc, HIP Medicare Supplement, Diversified Administration Corporation, VNS NY Choice Select Health, WellNet, Bind Benefits inc, BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees), Health And Recovery Plan (Harp), Centerlight Pace Medicare HMO, HIP Prime Catastrophic Exchange, Allied, Empire Mediblue Healthplus Dual, Qualcare Direct, Oxford Health Plans Freedom, Professional Benefit Admin, BCBS Blue Access GEPO Small Group, Wellfleet-NYU Student, Starmark, BCBS Blue Access EPO Large Group, Longevity Health Plan Medicare, CenterLight Healthcare Select and BCBS Federal Program.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Local 1199
HIP
Multiplan
Cigna
First Health
Aetna
United Healthcare
POMCO Insurance Company
Tricare
Magnacare
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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Medtronic, Inc. $299 ENDOFLIP
$299
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. $143 Da Vinci Surgical System
$143
Janssen Biotech, Inc. $124 REMICADE
$99 		SIMPONI
$25
Gilead Sciences, Inc. $91
$91
Covidien LP $89 ManoScan
$89
Other $134 EsophyX
$86
$48
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $782
Education $99

Research Payments

Dr. Rita Maria Knotts, MD has received 2 research payments totaling $70,454.

Biography

Dr. Rita Knotts is a medical specialist in gastroenterology (digestive system). She graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and then she performed her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and Columbia University Medical Center. Her clinical interests include indigestion, esophageal manometry, and achalasia. Dr. Knotts appears to be an in-network provider for Trustmark, Anthem, Blue California, and more. She is affiliated with NYU Langone Health.

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