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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruf, Psychiatrist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Barbara Ruf, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ruf graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Dr. Ruf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruf’s office at (401) 455-6375.
Where did Dr. Ruf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ruf speak?
Dr. Ruf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ruf treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Ruf 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. Ruf. 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:
- Recurrent Depression
- Recurrent Major Depression in Full Remission
- Recurrent Major Depression in Remission
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Chronic depression in full remission
- Full recovery from recurring depression
- Depression well-managed
- Chronic depression in remission
- Recurring depression recovery
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F3342: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission
- F3340: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in remission, unspecified
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
Also known as:
- Delirium
- Acute confusional state
- Acute brain failure
- Toxic encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- F05: Delirium due to known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Panic Disorder
- Anxiety
- Panic Attacks
- Episodic Anxiety
- Paroxysmal Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Which procedures does Dr. Ruf perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Barbara Ruf may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ruf's office.
Does Dr. Ruf accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 455-6375 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruf accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Ruf in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Ruf's office located?
What is Dr. Ruf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093129330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruf
What is Dr. Barbara Ruf's specialty?
Dr. Ruf is a Psychiatrist near Providence, RI.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Ruf to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Barbara Ruf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruf is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island 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
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Is Barbara Ruf accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Ruf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Ruf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruf's office at (401) 455-6375 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Ruf?
Please contact Dr. Ruf's office at (401) 455-6375 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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