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Dr. Ralph Latta, MD

Dr. Ralph Latta, MD

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Ralph Latta, MD is a family medicine physician in Benton, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Crossroads Community Hospital and Franklin Hospital.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

501 N Du Quoin St Benton, IL 62812
(618) 435-5362

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Latta specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Latta's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Latta

3.2
8 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
50%
50%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
13%
13%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
38%
38%

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I don’t feel like he knows what he’s doing. He has dropped the ball many times for my family. He also allows his 80 something year old nurse to not only field his calls, but allows her to give out medical advice that isn’t safe or of sound mind. He also refuses to accept patients who have Medicaid which I know for a fact he could get in big trouble for!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Aug 08, 2020
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Dr Latta has always been great with our family. Gone above and beyond to fight with the insurance company for us.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tammy M in Buckner – Feb 18, 2019
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I thought Dr. Latta was good at first. He tried to help my wife but then he just dropped the ball. We got a second opinion which helped us. I think doctors are overworked sometimes.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Mike S in Benton, IL – Nov 24, 2018
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After waiting almost 2 weeks I was called and told he wasn't accepting patients or should say wasn't accepting me. Found out from a friend who knows a staf member that that was not true. Also found out he had sent Ssmh a letter stating he was accepting as well. If a doctor or his staff can't be trusted to tell the truth then you have to ask what else would they be dishonest about. Never lie and say you aren't when you truly are!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Rebecca in Benton, IL – Jun 18, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ralph Latta, MD is a family medicine physician in Benton, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Crossroads Community Hospital and Franklin Hospital.

  • Family Medicine

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  • So Il University School Of Med

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Office501 N Du Quoin St Benton, IL 62812
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Crossroads Community Hospital

    8 Doctors Park Rd
    Mount Vernon, IL 62864
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Franklin Hospital

    201 Bailey Ln
    Benton, IL 62812

  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale

    405 W Jackson St
    Carbondale, IL 62901
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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