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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruiz Jorge, Internist in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Carbondale, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Ruiz Jorge is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz Jorge’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as an Internist?
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 an Internist like Dr. Ruiz Jorge typically treat?
As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ruiz Jorge typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ruiz Jorge's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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 Internist near Carbondale, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Gretel Ruiz Jorge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruiz Jorge is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il, Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Macneal 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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