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Ricky J Waniger

Ricky J Waniger, MD

Family Medicine

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 2-12
  • Adolescent 12-21
  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Locations

  1. Emplify Health Tomah Family Medicine
  2. Emplify Health Arcadia Ashley Wellness Center
  3. Emplify Health Winona Family Medicine
  4. Emplify Health Friendship Family Medicine

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Franciscan Skemp Healthcare, Family Medicine, 1990
  • Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, 1987

Board Certifications

  • Family Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine, 1990

Insurance

Search plans
  • Aetna Health Management
  • Amerigroup Iowa Inc
  • Anthem BCBS WI
  • Arise Health Plan/ WPS
  • BCBS MN
  • Benefit Plan Administrators
  • Care Wisconsin
  • CIGNA
  • Community Link
  • Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
  • HealthEOS by Multiplan
  • Healthpartners, Inc
  • Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
  • Medica IFB
  • Meritain Health
  • MHS Health
  • Midlands Choice
  • Quartz
  • The Alliance
  • Tricare West
  • Ucare Minnesota
  • United Healthcare Inc.
  • WCA Group Health Trust
  • Wellmark BCBS IA
  • Wisconsin Physician Services

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

76 ratings, 29 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Gave Easy to Understand Instructions
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Dr. Ricky and the Nurse were very nice and knowledgeable! I felt like they cared how I was feeling and answered any questions I had. I had a pleasant experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2026

    Very nice location, first time there. Pharmacy was next door and very helpful to help me with my question, staffs were very nice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Good experience as always but the Emplify name stinks

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2026

    I had to explain all of the symptoms to the lady on the phone when I called to make the appointment. Then when I got to the clinic for appointment, the registration nurse asked me what symptoms I had. Seemed very much like little communication wasn't taking place within the clinic.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2026

    Dr. Waniger really listened and explained everything I needed. And he was so NICE and genuine. He could right a book on how to treat patients. Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Well don

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    He was very good listener n caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    As usual: friendly, professional, timely

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Reception desk had several people there talking and it felt distracting. I felt I was intruding on their conversation. Not a favorable first impression.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Very good experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    I fell and bruised my ribs, very painful. Doc Ricky was very pleasant to work with!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Dr Winifred was very kind, listened and treated the problem immediately without another appointment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Provider, was very friendly and knowledgeable he made me feel at ease and answered all my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    the best yearly check up i ever had he was very t thourough and gentle.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Greatly satisfied

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    The doctor came in prepared. He actually read my chart and knew my medical history without me having to tell him. This was not my previous experience at gunderson physical exams

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    It is extremely difficult to use the phone for any reason with Gundersen. If someone calls me, I can't call them back for example. I can't just reach the Winona Gundersen Clinic, either. It's getting much harder to make an appointment with a particular doctor. Lots of waiting once you do make an appointment. So the idea of having "a doctor" of your own is fading. I had an appointment with a Nurse Practitioner but she cancelled at the last moment and so I saw a "floater" who was fine. This is not like having a doctor who knows me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    The CMA wasn't friendly, she acted as if I was a bother. This was my 1st time at this clinic & she definitely was not welcoming. The provider, however, was excellent, I would highly recommend him to everyone!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    I was very appreciative to get in and her help bt the Dr. and front office check in.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Very nice doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    It's very hard to get in an appointment. It took me a week to get in there. And I would, two days, I guess. Anyway, somehow they should be available to get an appointment a little bit easier than what it is.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Appreciate being able to get in to resolve the problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    1st time I saw this doctor. He was very nice and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Ricky was thorough...would definitely recommend.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Everyone here was very nice and friendly. The provider helped with an issue with one of my medications in addition to the reason for my appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Saw a temporary doctor. He was great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    All went very well. I was pleased to be seen so quickly and everyone was welcoming and friendly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Awesome Concerned Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    Top notch experience with Dr. Waniger! Very friendly, knowledgeable, and caring! Best yearly exam I've had in years! Feeling confident in my health and care!

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