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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruth, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. John Ruth, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Ruth graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Orthopedic Surgery; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Ruth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruth’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruth’s office at (520) 694-8000.
Where did Dr. Ruth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Orthopedic Surgery; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine | University of Arizona, College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ruth board certified as an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Ruth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ruth speak?
Dr. Ruth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Ruth typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Ruth 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. Ruth. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Right Trochanteric Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Ruth typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Ruth 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. Ruth. 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:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Does Dr. Ruth accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruth accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Ruth in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ruth's office located?
What is Dr. Ruth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588734065.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruth
What is Dr. John Ruth's specialty?
Dr. Ruth is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Tucson, AZ.
Is this Dr. John Ruth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruth is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 John Ruth accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. John Ruth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Ruth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruth's office at (520) 694-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Ruth?
Please contact Dr. Ruth's office at (520) 694-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Ruth have?
Dr. John Ruth is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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