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Dr. John Rutkowski, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Sarasota, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rutkowski, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. John Rutkowski, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL. Dr. Rutkowski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rutkowski’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rutkowski’s office at (941) 917-4896.

    What languages does Dr. Rutkowski speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Rutkowski typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Rutkowski 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. Rutkowski. 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:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Rutkowski typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. John Rutkowski may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rutkowski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rutkowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 917-4896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rutkowski accept in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. Rutkowski in Sarasota, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Globe Life

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medica Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Sentara Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rutkowski's office located?

    Dr. John Rutkowski's Primary Practice

    1700 S Tamiami Trl

    Sarasota, FL 34239

    (941) 917-4896

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

    Dr. Rutkowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700348935.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rutkowski?

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

    What is Dr. John Rutkowski's specialty?

    Dr. Rutkowski is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Sarasota, FL.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. John Rutkowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rutkowski is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, Delray Medical Center, Hca Florida Jfk Hospital, Adventhealth Ocala 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Rutkowski accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?

    Yes, Dr. John Rutkowski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Rutkowski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rutkowski's office at (941) 917-4896 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Rutkowski's office at (941) 917-4896 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rutkowski's office located?

    Dr. Rutkowski's office is located in Sarasota, FL.