Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruiz Montero, Internist in East Chicago, IN?
Dr. Jaime Ruiz Montero, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Chicago, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ruiz Montero graduated from Tbilisi National University 'Gaenati' and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ruiz Montero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz Montero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz Montero’s office at (219) 392-7441.
Where did Dr. Ruiz Montero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: University Nac De Cordoba, Fac De Cien Medicine | Universidad Nacional De Cordoba, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas | Tbilisi National University 'Gaenati'
Is Dr. Ruiz Montero board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jaime Ruiz Montero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ruiz Montero speak?
Dr. Ruiz Montero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ruiz Montero typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ruiz Montero 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. Ruiz Montero. 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
- Hypothyroidism
- Shrinking Thyroid Gland
- Acquired Thyroid Wasting
ICD-10 Codes:
- E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ruiz Montero typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jaime Ruiz Montero 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. Ruiz Montero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ruiz Montero accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruiz Montero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 392-7441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz Montero accept in East Chicago, IN?
Dr. Ruiz Montero in East Chicago, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ruiz Montero's office located?
Dr. Jaime Ruiz Montero's Primary Practice
100 W Chicago Ave Ste F
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 392-7441
What is Dr. Ruiz Montero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruiz Montero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245360726.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruiz Montero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruiz Montero
What is Dr. Jaime Ruiz Montero's specialty?
Dr. Ruiz Montero is a Internist near East Chicago, IN.
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. Jaime Ruiz Montero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruiz Montero is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Munster 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 Jaime Ruiz Montero accepting new patients in East Chicago, IN?
Yes, Dr. Jaime Ruiz Montero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jaime Ruiz Montero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz Montero's office at (219) 392-7441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jaime Ruiz Montero?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz Montero's office at (219) 392-7441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jaime Ruiz Montero have?
Dr. Jaime Ruiz Montero is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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