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33 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Ruiz, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Seattle, WA?
Dr. James Ruiz, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Ruiz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz’s office at (206) 386-6300.
What languages does Dr. Ruiz speak?
Dr. Ruiz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ruiz treat?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Ruiz 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. Ruiz. 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:
- False Labor
- Childbirth
- Braxton Hicks Contractions
- Practice Contractions
- Prodromal Labor
ICD-10 Codes:
- O471: False labor at or after 37 completed weeks of gestation
- O4703: False labor before 37 completed weeks of gestation, third trimester
Also known as:
- Reduced Fetal Movement
- Baby Moving Less
- Fetal Hypoactivity
- Decreased Baby Kicks
ICD-10 Codes:
- O368130: Decreased fetal movements, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Weak Labor Contractions
- Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
- Childbirth Problems
- Uterine inertia
- Labor arrest
- Failure to progress in labor
- Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
- Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
- Fetal distress due to heart rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- O622: Other uterine inertia
- O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Pregnancy
- Infection and Pregnancy
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI in Pregnancy
- Urinary Infection During Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O2343: Unspecified infection of urinary tract in pregnancy, third trimester
- O2342: Unspecified infection of urinary tract in pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Spotting During Pregnancy
- Vaginal Spotting During Pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Light Vaginal Bleeding in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy Spotting
- Late Pregnancy Spotting
- Light bleeding in pregnancy
- Pregnancy spotting
- Bleeding during gestation
ICD-10 Codes:
- O26853: Spotting complicating pregnancy, third trimester
- O26852: Spotting complicating pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Decreased Fetal Movement
- Reduced baby movements
- Fetal movement changes
- Baby not moving much
ICD-10 Codes:
- O368120: Decreased fetal movements, second trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Preeclampsia
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Toxemia of Pregnancy
- Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension with Proteinuria
- Gestational Toxemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- O1493: Unspecified pre-eclampsia, third trimester
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Pregnancy-Induced High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Gestational Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure from Pregnancy
- Hypertension in Pregnancy without Proteinuria
ICD-10 Codes:
- O133: Gestational [pregnancy-induced] hypertension without significant proteinuria, third trimester
Also known as:
- Injury or Poisoning Complicating Pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Poisoning
- Wounds and Injuries
- Accidents during pregnancy
- Poisoning while pregnant
- Wounds in pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O9A213: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Preterm Labor
- Premature Labor
- Early Labor
- Threatened Preterm Labor
ICD-10 Codes:
- O6003: Preterm labor without delivery, third trimester
Also known as:
- Diet-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Gestational diabetes managed by diet
- Pregnancy diabetes diet control
- GDM diet management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24410: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, diet controlled
Which procedures does Dr. Ruiz perform as a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), procedures performed by an Dr. James Ruiz may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ruiz's office.
Does Dr. Ruiz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 386-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Ruiz in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Cigna
Coastal
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ruiz's office located?
Dr. James Ruiz's Primary Practice
1229 Madison St Ste 750
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 386-6300
What is Dr. Ruiz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316028806.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruiz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruiz
What is Dr. James Ruiz's specialty?
Dr. Ruiz is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Seattle, WA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Ruiz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Ruiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ruiz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Salinas Valley Health Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
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Is James Ruiz accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. James Ruiz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Ruiz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (206) 386-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Ruiz?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (206) 386-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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