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Dr. Roque Ruggero, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Round Rock, TX

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ruggero, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Round Rock, TX?

    Dr. Roque Ruggero, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Round Rock, TX. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Ruggero completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Ruggero is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruggero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruggero’s office at (512) 341-1000.

    Where did Dr. Ruggero go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx

    Is Dr. Ruggero board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Roque Ruggero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ruggero speak?

    Dr. Ruggero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ruggero typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ruggero diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ruggero. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ruggero typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Roque Ruggero may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ruggero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ruggero accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ruggero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 341-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ruggero accept in Round Rock, TX?

    Dr. Ruggero in Round Rock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ruggero's office located?

    Dr. Roque Ruggero's Primary Practice

    2400 Round Rock Ave

    Round Rock, TX 78681

    (512) 341-1000

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    What is Dr. Ruggero's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ruggero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497713101.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruggero?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruggero

    What is Dr. Roque Ruggero's specialty?

    Dr. Ruggero is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Round Rock, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Roque Ruggero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ruggero is affiliated with St. David's Round Rock Medical Center, Heart Hospital Of Austin, St. David's North Austin Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Roque Ruggero accepting new patients in Round Rock, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Roque Ruggero is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Roque Ruggero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ruggero's office at (512) 341-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Roque Ruggero?

    Please contact Dr. Ruggero's office at (512) 341-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ruggero's office located?

    Dr. Ruggero's office is located in Round Rock, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Roque Ruggero have?

    Dr. Roque Ruggero is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.