30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruskin, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Norwalk, CT?
Dr. Andrea Ruskin, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Norwalk, CT. She has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Ruskin completed her residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Medical Oncology; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ruskin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruskin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruskin’s office at (203) 845-4886.
Where did Dr. Ruskin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Medical Oncology; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | New York University Medical Center
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny
What languages does Dr. Ruskin speak?
Dr. Ruskin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ruskin typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Ruskin 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. Ruskin. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Lower Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3430: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ruskin typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrea Ruskin may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Ruskin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ruskin accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruskin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 845-4886 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruskin accept in Norwalk, CT?
Dr. Ruskin in Norwalk, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ruskin's office located?
What is Dr. Ruskin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruskin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194717850.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruskin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruskin
What is Dr. Andrea Ruskin's specialty?
Dr. Ruskin is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Norwalk, CT.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Andrea Ruskin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruskin is affiliated with Norwalk Hospital, Stamford Health 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Andrea Ruskin accepting new patients in Norwalk, CT?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Ruskin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrea Ruskin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruskin's office at (203) 845-4886 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrea Ruskin?
Please contact Dr. Ruskin's office at (203) 845-4886 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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