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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruoff, Family Medicine Specialist in Traverse City, MI?
Dr. Gary Ruoff, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Traverse City, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Ruoff graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Munson Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Ruoff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruoff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruoff’s office at (231) 935-0580.
Where did Dr. Ruoff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Munson Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: Mi State University, Coll of Osteo Med, East Lansing Mi | MI STATE UNIV COLL OF OSTEO MEDICINE | Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Ruoff board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Ruoff, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ruoff speak?
Dr. Ruoff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ruoff typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ruoff 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. Ruoff. 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:
- 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ruoff typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ruoff 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. Ruoff. 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:
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
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
Also known as:
- Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)
- OMT Therapy
- Osteopathic Adjustment
- Manual Therapy (Osteopathic)
- Body Region Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 98926: Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT); 3-4 body regions involved
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Ruoff accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 935-0580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruoff accept in Traverse City, MI?
Dr. Ruoff in Traverse City, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ASR Corporation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ruoff's office located?
Dr. Gary Ruoff's Primary Practice
201 S Garfield Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 935-0580
What is Dr. Ruoff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073608568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruoff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruoff
What is Dr. Gary Ruoff's specialty?
Dr. Ruoff is a Family Medicine Specialist near Traverse City, MI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gary Ruoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruoff is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Mclaren Northern Michigan, Corewell Health William Beaumont University 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 Gary Ruoff accepting new patients in Traverse City, MI?
Yes, Dr. Gary Ruoff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Ruoff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruoff's office at (231) 935-0580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Ruoff?
Please contact Dr. Ruoff's office at (231) 935-0580 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Ruoff have?
Dr. Gary Ruoff is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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