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Who is Dr. Ruiz Jorge, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carbondale, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ruiz Jorge is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz Jorge’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz Jorge’s office at (618) 549-5361.
Is Dr. Ruiz Jorge board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ruiz Jorge speak?
Dr. Ruiz Jorge and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ruiz Jorge treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ruiz Jorge 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 Jorge. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Which procedures does Dr. Ruiz Jorge perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ruiz Jorge's office.
Does Dr. Ruiz Jorge accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruiz Jorge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 549-5361 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz Jorge accept in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. Ruiz Jorge in Carbondale, IL 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
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
Zing Health
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Where is Dr. Ruiz Jorge's office located?
Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge's Primary Practice
2601 W Main St
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 549-5361
What is Dr. Ruiz Jorge's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruiz Jorge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427289859.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruiz Jorge?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruiz Jorge
What is Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge's specialty?
Dr. Ruiz Jorge is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Carbondale, IL. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Ruiz Jorge to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ruiz Jorge 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Gretel Ruiz Jorge accepting new patients in Carbondale, IL?
Yes, Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz Jorge's office at (618) 549-5361 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gretel Ruiz Jorge?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz Jorge's office at (618) 549-5361 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge have?
Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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