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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruckman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Ludington, MI?
Dr. Douglas Ruckman, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ludington, MI. Dr. Ruckman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruckman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruckman’s office at (231) 845-2390.
What languages does Dr. Ruckman speak?
Dr. Ruckman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ruckman typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ruckman 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. Ruckman. 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:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
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:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ruckman typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Ruckman may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ruckman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ruckman accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruckman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 845-2390 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruckman accept in Ludington, MI?
Dr. Ruckman in Ludington, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ruckman's office located?
What is Dr. Ruckman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruckman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851442248.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruckman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruckman
What is Dr. Douglas Ruckman's specialty?
Dr. Ruckman is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Ludington, MI.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Douglas Ruckman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruckman is affiliated with Lutheran Hospital - Indiana 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Ruckman accepting new patients in Ludington, MI?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Ruckman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Ruckman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruckman's office at (231) 845-2390 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Ruckman?
Please contact Dr. Ruckman's office at (231) 845-2390 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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