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Dr. John Rusher, MD

Pediatrician

Raleigh, NC

25 Years of Experience

    Who is Dr. Rusher, Pediatrician in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. John Rusher, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Rusher graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed his residency at Univ Of Nc Hosps, Pediatrics. Dr. Rusher is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rusher’s office at (919) 872-0250.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, Pediatrics | University of North Carolina Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc | Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL

    Is Dr. Rusher board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. John Rusher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Rusher speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rusher 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. Rusher. 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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Patient Refused Vaccination
    • Vaccine refusal
    • Refusal to vaccinate
    • Immunization refusal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. John Rusher may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rusher accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Rusher's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Rusher's office located?

    Dr. John Rusher's Primary Practice

    1921 Falls Valley Dr

    Raleigh, NC 27615

    (919) 872-0250

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

    Dr. Rusher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134154123.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rusher?

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

    What is Dr. John Rusher's specialty?

    Dr. Rusher is a Pediatrician near Raleigh, NC.

    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. John Rusher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Rusher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. John Rusher accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

    No, Dr. John Rusher is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Rusher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rusher's office at (919) 872-0250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Rusher?

    Please contact Dr. Rusher's office at (919) 872-0250 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rusher's office located?

    Dr. Rusher's office is located in Raleigh, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Rusher have?

    Dr. John Rusher is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.