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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruchenkov, Family Medicine Specialist in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Alexander Ruchenkov, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ruchenkov is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruchenkov’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruchenkov’s office at (510) 243-4000.
Where did Dr. Ruchenkov go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Saint Petersburg State Medical Academy
Is Dr. Ruchenkov board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Ruchenkov, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ruchenkov speak?
Dr. Ruchenkov and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Ruchenkov treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ruchenkov 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. Ruchenkov. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89892: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 2
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Ruchenkov perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ruchenkov performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ruchenkov. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Ruchenkov accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruchenkov accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 243-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruchenkov accept in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Ruchenkov in Richmond, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
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Where is Dr. Ruchenkov's office located?
Dr. Alexander Ruchenkov's Primary Practice
901 Nevin Ave
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 243-4000
What is Dr. Ruchenkov's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruchenkov's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689785834.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruchenkov?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruchenkov
What is Dr. Alexander Ruchenkov's specialty?
Dr. Ruchenkov is a Family Medicine Specialist near Richmond, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Ruchenkov to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Ruchenkov affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruchenkov is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alexander Ruchenkov accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Ruchenkov is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Ruchenkov offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruchenkov's office at (510) 243-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Ruchenkov?
Please contact Dr. Ruchenkov's office at (510) 243-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Ruchenkov have?
Dr. Alexander Ruchenkov is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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