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Dr. Ruth Guevara, MD

Bay Shore, NY

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Guevara, Family Medicine Specialist in Bay Shore, NY?

    Dr. Ruth Guevara, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bay Shore, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Guevara graduated from Pontificia Universidad CatÛlica del Ecuador Facultad de Medicina. Dr. Guevara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guevara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guevara’s office at (631) 238-3064.

    Where did Dr. Guevara go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Pontificia Universidad Catolica De Chile | Pontificia Universidad CatÛlica del Ecuador Facultad de Medicina

    Is Dr. Guevara board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Guevara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Guevara speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Guevara treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Guevara 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. Guevara. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Infectious Bronchitis
    • Chest Cold
    • Bronchial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pregnancy Test
    • No pregnancy detected
    • Negative HCG test
    • Not pregnant result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

    Also known as:

    • Left Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillitis
    • Inflamed Tonsils
    • Tonsil Infection
    • Sore Tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Bacterial Infection
    • Bacterial Infection
    • Various Bacterial Diseases
    • Uncommon Bacterial Infections
    • Bacterial disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B9689: Other specified bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

    Which procedures does Dr. Guevara perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ruth Guevara may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Guevara's office.

    Does Dr. Guevara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guevara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 238-3064 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guevara accept in Bay Shore, NY?

    Dr. Guevara in Bay Shore, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • MagnaCare Rx

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Guevara's office located?

    Dr. Ruth Guevara's Primary Practice

    603 E Main St # B

    Bay Shore, NY 11706

    (631) 238-3064

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    Dr. Ruth Guevara's Practice 2

    100 Hospital Rd Ste 203

    East Patchogue, NY 11772

    (631) 475-6900

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    Dr. Ruth Guevara's Practice 3

    465 Smithtown Blvd

    Nesconset, NY 11767

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

    Dr. Guevara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154556199.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guevara?

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

    What is Dr. Ruth Guevara's specialty?

    Dr. Guevara is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bay Shore, NY. 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. Guevara to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruth Guevara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Guevara is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Ruth Guevara accepting new patients in Bay Shore, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Guevara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruth Guevara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guevara's office at (631) 238-3064 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruth Guevara?

    Please contact Dr. Guevara's office at (631) 238-3064 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Guevara have?

    Dr. Ruth Guevara is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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