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Who is Dr. Rubbo, Rheumatologist in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Ellen Rubbo is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rubbo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rubbo’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rubbo’s office at (610) 868-8460.
What languages does Dr. Rubbo speak?
Dr. Rubbo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rubbo treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Rubbo 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. Rubbo. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Widespread Bone Density Disorder
- Generalized Bone Structure Problem
- Multi-site Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
- M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Density Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- M85852: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, left thigh
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Which procedures does Dr. Rubbo perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ellen Rubbo may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rubbo's office.
Does Dr. Rubbo accept my insurance?
Dr. Rubbo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 868-8460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rubbo accept in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Rubbo in Bethlehem, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
HealthComp
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rubbo's office located?
Dr. Ellen Rubbo's Primary Practice
1665 Valley Center Pkwy Ste 150
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 868-8460
What is Dr. Rubbo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rubbo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407823297.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rubbo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rubbo
What is Dr. Ellen Rubbo's specialty?
Dr. Rubbo is a Rheumatologist near Bethlehem, PA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Rubbo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ellen Rubbo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rubbo is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Quakertown Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Reading Hospital Tower 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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Is Ellen Rubbo accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Rubbo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Rubbo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rubbo's office at (610) 868-8460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Rubbo?
Please contact Dr. Rubbo's office at (610) 868-8460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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