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Who is Dr. Ruffin, Hospitalist in Portsmouth, NH?
Dr. April Ruffin, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, NH. Dr. Ruffin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruffin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruffin’s office at (443) 643-1500.
What languages does Dr. Ruffin speak?
Dr. Ruffin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ruffin typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ruffin 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. Ruffin. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ruffin typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. April Ruffin may include:
Please contact Dr. Ruffin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ruffin accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 643-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruffin accept in Portsmouth, NH?
Dr. Ruffin in Portsmouth, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ruffin's office located?
Dr. April Ruffin's Primary Practice
333 Borthwick Ave
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(443) 643-1500
What is Dr. Ruffin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649665175.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruffin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruffin
What is Dr. April Ruffin's specialty?
Dr. Ruffin is a Hospitalist near Portsmouth, NH.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. April Ruffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ruffin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Atlantic General Hospital Corp. 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is April Ruffin accepting new patients in Portsmouth, NH?
Yes, Dr. April Ruffin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. April Ruffin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruffin's office at (443) 643-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with April Ruffin?
Please contact Dr. Ruffin's office at (443) 643-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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