Dr. Rani Whitfield
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 25 years
- Graduated from: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1996
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1497768147
Dr. Rani Whitfield M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist
He is located at 429 East Airport Drive Suite 4 in Baton Rouge, LA 70806. Can help patients with the following: Anxiety, Birth Control Counseling, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Ingrown Toenail, Low Back Pain, Trigger Finger. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497768147. Appointment can be made via the phone number (225) 765-5500. He is affiliated with 2 practices and 2 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Rani Whitfield, being an sports medicine specialist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Rani Whitfield.
- ACL Tear
- Abdominal Pain
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Aging In Place
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Autism
- Avascular Necrosis
- Back Pain
- Baker's Cyst
- Birth Control Counseling
- Bone Spurs
- Breastfeeding and Lactation
- Broken Bone
- Bunions
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Common Cold
- Compartment Syndrome
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
- Diabetes
- Dislocated Ankle
- Dislocated Shoulder
- Elbow Pain
- Exercise-Induced Asthma
- Fever
- Frostbite
- General Care
- Golfer's Elbow
- Growth Plate Fractures and Injuries
- Hammer Toe
- Hamstring Injury
- Head Injury
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Herniated Disc
- High Blood Pressure
- Hip Bursitis
- Hip Replacement
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypothyroidism
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
- Impingement Syndrome
- Infant Care
- Influenza
- Ingrown Toenail
- Joint Fluid Extraction
- Knee Bursitis
- Knee Pain
- Knee Replacement
- Kyphoplasty
- Kyphosis
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Meniscus Tear
- Metatarsal Surgery
- Migraine
- Mold Exposure
- Morton's Neuroma
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Obesity
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Osteomyelitis
- Osteoporosis
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFS)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Prescription Refill
- Repetitive Motion Disorders (RMDs)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Separated Shoulder
- Shin Splints
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylolysis
- Spondylosis
- Sprain
- Sprained Ankle
- Sprained Wrist
- Stress Fracture
- Tennis Elbow
- Thyroid Disease
- Trigger Finger
- Turf Toe
- Whiplash
- Women's Health
- Wrist Surgery
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Rani Whitfield as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
AmeriHealth Caritas Next
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 8 plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| AmeriHealth Caritas Next Bronze Essential + No Referrals | HMO · Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| AmeriHealth Caritas Next Bronze Premier + No Referrals | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| AmeriHealth Caritas Next Bronze Signature + No Referrals | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| AmeriHealth Caritas Next Gold Premier + No Referrals | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| AmeriHealth Caritas Next Gold Signature + No Referrals | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| AmeriHealth Caritas Next Silver Essential + No Referrals | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| AmeriHealth Caritas Next Silver Premier + No Referrals | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| AmeriHealth Caritas Next Silver Signature + No Referrals | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 8 plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Max 70/50 $6700 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | PPO · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max 80/60 $1500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | PPO · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 50/50 $3300 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | PPO · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Saver 60/40 $6100 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Saver 90/70 $3400 | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
HMO Louisiana
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 26 plans from HMO Louisiana
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue POS 60/40 $6500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 80/60 $1000 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Community Blue 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Community Blue 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Community Blue Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Community Blue Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Community Blue Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (BR) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (M) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (M) HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (BR) HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (M) HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized (BR) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized (M) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized (BR) | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized (M) | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Signature Blue 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Signature Blue 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Signature Blue Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Signature Blue Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Signature Blue Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 13 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus + $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value + ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Rani Whitfield is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Rani Whitfield is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Family Practice (also registered under: Practitioner - Sports Medicine, Practitioner - Emergency Medicine) .
Bills through: Rani G Whitfield Md Apmc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Takeda | $1131 |
| Janssen | $1084 |
| Merck | $853 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $8899 |
Studies
MEHARRY MEDICAL COLLEGE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1996Additional Specialities
- Family Physician
- Orthopedic Surgeon
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Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. Rani Whitfield treat?
Dr. Rani Whitfield provides treatment for Anxiety, Birth Control Counseling, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Ingrown Toenail, Low Back Pain, Trigger Finger. For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Rani Whitfield?
Dr. Rani Whitfield's office is located at 429 East Airport Drive Suite 4 in Baton Rouge, LA 70806.
Does Dr. Rani Whitfield have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Rani Whitfield is affiliated with Pediatric Emergency Services. For the full list of practices see this list.
Has Dr. Rani Whitfield affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Rani Whitfield is affiliated with OUR LADY OF THE LAKE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER. For the full list of hospitals see this list.
Does Dr. Rani Whitfield accept patients with AmeriHealth Caritas Next?
Yes, Dr. Rani Whitfield is listed in-network for AmeriHealth Caritas Next through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.