15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruiz, Family Medicine Specialist in La Quinta, CA?
Dr. Edward Ruiz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Quinta, CA. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Ruiz graduated from Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica and completed his residency at St Mary-Corwin Medical Center/Southern Colorado Family Medicine Program. Dr. Ruiz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz’s office at (760) 564-9205.
Where did Dr. Ruiz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary-Corwin Medical Center/Southern Colorado Family Medicine Program
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies | Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica | Ross University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ruiz speak?
Dr. Ruiz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ruiz treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ruiz 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. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Body Weight
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Which procedures does Dr. Ruiz perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edward Ruiz may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ruiz's office.
Does Dr. Ruiz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 564-9205 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz accept in La Quinta, CA?
Dr. Ruiz in La Quinta, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlphaCare
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
HealthComp
Inland Empire
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ruiz's office located?
Dr. Edward Ruiz's Primary Practice
47110 Washington St Ste 203
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 564-9205
What is Dr. Ruiz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598961708.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruiz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruiz
What is Dr. Edward Ruiz's specialty?
Dr. Ruiz is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Quinta, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Ruiz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Ruiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruiz is affiliated with Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Edward Ruiz accepting new patients in La Quinta, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Ruiz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Ruiz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (760) 564-9205 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Ruiz?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (760) 564-9205 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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