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Dr. Stephen Ruffenach, MD
Aurora, CO
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruffenach, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Stephen Ruffenach, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ruffenach is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruffenach’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruffenach’s office at (205) 638-9100.
What languages does Dr. Ruffenach speak?
Dr. Ruffenach and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ruffenach treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ruffenach 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. Ruffenach. 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.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
- Enteroviral Stomatitis
- Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
- HFMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
- B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ruffenach perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ruffenach may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ruffenach's office.
Does Dr. Ruffenach accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruffenach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruffenach accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Ruffenach in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Kaiser Permanente
Presbyterian Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Ruffenach's office located?
Dr. Stephen Ruffenach's Primary Practice
13123 E 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
(205) 638-9100
What is Dr. Ruffenach's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruffenach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841678695.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruffenach?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruffenach
What is Dr. Stephen Ruffenach's specialty?
Dr. Ruffenach is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Aurora, CO. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Ruffenach to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Ruffenach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruffenach is affiliated with Banner Wyoming Medical Center, HCA HealthONE Mountain Ridge 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
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Is Stephen Ruffenach accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Ruffenach is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Ruffenach offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruffenach's office at (205) 638-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Ruffenach?
Please contact Dr. Ruffenach's office at (205) 638-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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