Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruiz-Lagos, Hospitalist in Canton, GA?
Dr. Jose Ruiz-Lagos, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Canton, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Ruiz-Lagos graduated from Universidad Evangelica De El Salvador, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Raritan Bay Medical Center. Dr. Ruiz-Lagos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz-Lagos’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz-Lagos’s office at (770) 224-1000.
Where did Dr. Ruiz-Lagos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Raritan Bay Medical Center
Medical School: Universidad Evangelica De El Salvador, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Ruiz-Lagos board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Jose Ruiz-Lagos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ruiz-Lagos speak?
Dr. Ruiz-Lagos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ruiz-Lagos typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ruiz-Lagos 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-Lagos. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ruiz-Lagos typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Ruiz-Lagos may include:
Please contact Dr. Ruiz-Lagos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ruiz-Lagos accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruiz-Lagos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 224-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz-Lagos accept in Canton, GA?
Dr. Ruiz-Lagos in Canton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ruiz-Lagos' office located?
Dr. Jose Ruiz-Lagos' Primary Practice
450 Northside Cherokee Blvd
Canton, GA 30115
(770) 224-1000
What is Dr. Ruiz-Lagos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruiz-Lagos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740470749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruiz-Lagos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruiz-Lagos
What is Dr. Jose Ruiz-Lagos's specialty?
Dr. Ruiz-Lagos is a Hospitalist near Canton, GA.
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. Jose Ruiz-Lagos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruiz-Lagos is affiliated with Northside Hospital Cherokee 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 Jose Ruiz-Lagos accepting new patients in Canton, GA?
Yes, Dr. Jose Ruiz-Lagos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Ruiz-Lagos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz-Lagos's office at (770) 224-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Ruiz-Lagos?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz-Lagos's office at (770) 224-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Ruiz-Lagos have?
Dr. Jose Ruiz-Lagos is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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