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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruggiero, Endocrinologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Raffaele Ruggiero, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ruggiero is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruggiero’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruggiero’s office at (716) 322-2121.
What languages does Dr. Ruggiero speak?
Dr. Ruggiero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ruggiero treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Ruggiero 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. Ruggiero. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Class 3 Obesity
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Which procedures does Dr. Ruggiero perform as an Endocrinologist?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Raffaele Ruggiero may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ruggiero's office.
Does Dr. Ruggiero accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruggiero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 322-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruggiero accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Ruggiero in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthNow New York
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independent Health
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ruggiero's office located?
Dr. Raffaele Ruggiero's Primary Practice
3435 Bailey Ave
Buffalo, NY 14215
(716) 322-2121
What is Dr. Ruggiero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruggiero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457814196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruggiero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruggiero
What is Dr. Raffaele Ruggiero's specialty?
Dr. Ruggiero is a Endocrinologist near Buffalo, NY. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Ruggiero to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Raffaele Ruggiero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruggiero is affiliated with Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, Olean General Hospital, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital 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 Raffaele Ruggiero accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Raffaele Ruggiero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raffaele Ruggiero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruggiero's office at (716) 322-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raffaele Ruggiero?
Please contact Dr. Ruggiero's office at (716) 322-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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