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Dr. Richard Ruben, MD

Burlington, MA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ruben, Pediatrician in Burlington, MA?

    Dr. Richard Ruben, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Ruben graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Ruben is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruben’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruben’s office at (781) 272-2210.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Ruben board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Ruben, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Ruben speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ruben treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ruben 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. Ruben. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hearing Conservation and Treatment
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Hearing protection services
    • Noise-induced hearing loss prevention
    • Ear health management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0112: Encounter for hearing conservation and treatment

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Ruben perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Ruben may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ruben's office.

    Does Dr. Ruben accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ruben accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 272-2210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ruben accept in Burlington, MA?

    Dr. Ruben in Burlington, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plans

    • HealthScope

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ruben's office located?

    Dr. Richard Ruben's Primary Practice

    281 Cambridge St

    Burlington, MA 01803

    (781) 272-2210

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

    Dr. Ruben's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629062765.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruben?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Ruben's specialty?

    Dr. Ruben is a Pediatrician near Burlington, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Ruben to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Ruben affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ruben is affiliated with Winchester Hospital, Emerson 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

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    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Richard Ruben accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Ruben is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Ruben offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ruben's office at (781) 272-2210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Ruben?

    Please contact Dr. Ruben's office at (781) 272-2210 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Ruben have?

    Dr. Richard Ruben is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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