Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rucker, Family Medicine Specialist in Jefferson City, MO?
Dr. Rachel Rucker, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jefferson City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rucker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rucker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rucker’s office.
What languages does Dr. Rucker speak?
Dr. Rucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rucker typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rucker 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. Rucker. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rucker typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Rucker may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Rucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rucker accept in Jefferson City, MO?
Dr. Rucker in Jefferson City, MO 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 Kansas City
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
New Era Life Insurance
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rucker's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Rucker affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Rucker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Lake Regional Health System,Osage Beach, MO
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Lake Regional Health System,Osage Beach, MO
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
University Hospital - Mu Health Care,Columbia, MORanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
University Hospital - Mu Health Care,Columbia, MO
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Bothwell Regional Health Center,Sedalia, MO
Bothwell Regional Health Center,Sedalia, MO
Ssm Health St. Marys Hospital - Jefferson City,Jefferson City, MO
Ssm Health St. Marys Hospital - Jefferson City,Jefferson City, MO
What is Dr. Rucker's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396196549.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rucker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rucker
What is Dr. Rachel Rucker's specialty?
Dr. Rucker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Jefferson City, MO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is Dr. Rachel Rucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rucker is affiliated with Lake Regional Health System, University Hospital - Mu Health Care 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Rachel Rucker accepting new patients in Jefferson City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Rucker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Rucker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rachel Rucker?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Rucker's office located?
Dr. Rucker's offices are located in Jefferson City, MO and California, MO.
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