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Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios, MD

Pediatrician

Washington, DC

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ruiz-Rios, Pediatrician in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Ruiz-Rios is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz-Rios’s office at (202) 913-7889.

    Is Dr. Ruiz-Rios board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Ruiz-Rios speak?

    Dr. Ruiz-Rios and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ruiz-Rios typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ruiz-Rios 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. Ruiz-Rios. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ruiz-Rios typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ruiz-Rios performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ruiz-Rios. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Ruiz-Rios accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ruiz-Rios accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 913-7889 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz-Rios accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Ruiz-Rios in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • MedStar Health

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ruiz-Rios' office located?

    Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios' Primary Practice

    3020 14th St NW

    Washington, DC 20009

    (202) 913-7889

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    Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios' Practice 2

    1100 New Jersey Ave SE Ste 500

    Washington, DC 20003

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

    Dr. Ruiz-Rios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285804708.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruiz-Rios?

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

    What is Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios's specialty?

    Dr. Ruiz-Rios is a Pediatrician near Washington, DC.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ruiz-Rios is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ruiz-Rios' office at (202) 913-7889 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios?

    Please contact Dr. Ruiz-Rios' office at (202) 913-7889 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ruiz-Rios' office located?

    Dr. Ruiz-Rios' office is located in Washington, DC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios have?

    Dr. Elena Ruiz-Rios is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.