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37 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Rucker, Internist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Elleston Rucker, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Rucker completed his residency at Naval Hospital, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rucker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rucker’s office at (702) 302-4288.
Where did Dr. Rucker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Hospital, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rucker speak?
Dr. Rucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rucker typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rucker typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Elleston Rucker 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. 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?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Rucker's office located?
Dr. Elleston Rucker's Primary Practice
811 S Decatur Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89107
(702) 302-4288
What is Dr. Rucker's NPI number?An 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 1679601470.
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. Elleston Rucker's specialty?
Dr. Rucker is a Internist near Las Vegas, NV.
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. Elleston Rucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rucker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Elleston Rucker accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Elleston Rucker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elleston Rucker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office at (702) 302-4288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elleston Rucker?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office at (702) 302-4288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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