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Who is Dr. Rucker, Vascular Surgeon in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Louis Rucker, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rucker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rucker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rucker’s office at (813) 348-9088.
What languages does Dr. Rucker speak?
Dr. Rucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rucker treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Rucker 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. Rucker. 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:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain at Rest
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Left Leg Pain at Rest
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain at Rest
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Gangrene (Both Legs)
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Gangrene
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- PAD right leg pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia right leg
- Severe right leg artery pain
- PAD left leg pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia left leg
- Severe left leg artery pain
- PAD both legs pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia bilateral legs
- Severe bilateral leg artery pain
- PAD bilateral leg gangrene
- Arterial gangrene both legs
- Both legs tissue death from artery disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70221: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, right leg
- I70222: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, left leg
- I70223: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, bilateral legs
- I70263: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with gangrene, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83892: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with other complications
- I83891: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with other complications
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- General Counseling
- Therapy Services
- Support Sessions
- Mental Health Support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z719: Counseling, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Rucker perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Louis Rucker may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rucker's office.
Does Dr. Rucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Rucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 348-9088 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rucker accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Rucker in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
Ultimate Health Plans
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Where is Dr. Rucker's office located?
What is Dr. Rucker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558867796.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rucker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rucker
What is Dr. Louis Rucker's specialty?
Dr. Rucker is a Vascular Surgeon near Tampa, FL. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Rucker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Louis Rucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rucker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Morton Plant North Bay 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
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Is Louis Rucker accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Louis Rucker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louis Rucker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office at (813) 348-9088 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louis Rucker?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office at (813) 348-9088 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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