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Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD

Pediatrician

New Bedford, MA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prophete, Pediatrician in New Bedford, MA?

    Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New Bedford, MA. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Prophete graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed her residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics. Dr. Prophete is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prophete’s office at (508) 273-4950.

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

    • Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics | Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program

    • Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Prophete board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Prophete speak?

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

    • English
    • Portuguese

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Prophete typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Prophete 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. Prophete. 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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Prophete typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ruth Prophete may include:

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

    Does Dr. Prophete accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prophete accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 273-4950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prophete accept in New Bedford, MA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Prophete's office located?

    Dr. Ruth Prophete's Primary Practice

    81 Hawthorn St # R

    New Bedford, MA 02740

    (508) 273-4950

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    What hospitals are Dr. Prophete affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Prophete has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Boston Childrens Hospital,Boston, MA
    Charlton Memorial Hospital,Fall River, MA

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

    Dr. Prophete's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841274081.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prophete?

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

    What is Dr. Ruth Prophete's specialty?

    Dr. Prophete is a Pediatrician near New Bedford, MA.

    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. Ruth Prophete affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Prophete is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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. Ruth Prophete accepting new patients in New Bedford, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Prophete is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruth Prophete offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prophete's office at (508) 273-4950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruth Prophete?

    Please contact Dr. Prophete's office at (508) 273-4950 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Prophete's office located?

    Dr. Prophete's office is located in New Bedford, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Prophete have?

    Dr. Ruth Prophete is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.