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Dr. Maritza Ruiz, MD
Long Beach, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ruiz, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Maritza Ruiz, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Ruiz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz’s office at (562) 728-5000.
Is Dr. Ruiz board certified in Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Maritza Ruiz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Hereditary Spherocytosis
- Iron
- Hereditary spherocytosis
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
- Minkowski-Chauffard Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D580: Hereditary spherocytosis
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Beta Thalassemia
- Hemoglobin E-Beta Thalassemia
- Thalassemia
- Beta thalassemia
- Beta-thalassemia major', 'Cooley's anemia
- Thalassemia intermedia
- Hb E-Beta Thalassemia
- Hemoglobin E Thalassemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D561: Beta thalassemia
- D565: Hemoglobin E-beta thalassemia
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Other Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Platelet Disorder
- Atypical HUS
- aHUS
- Non-infection HUS
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5939: Other hemolytic-uremic syndrome
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aplastic Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
- Marrow Aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1800: Hemangioma unspecified site
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Antibody Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Immunoglobulin Deficiency
- Immune System Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D806: Antibody deficiency with near-normal immunoglobulins or with hyperimmunoglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Medical Exam for Unspecified Reason
- General medical observation
- Routine checkup
- Unspecified health assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z049: Encounter for examination and observation for unspecified reason
Which procedures does Dr. Ruiz perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Maritza Ruiz may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
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 (562) 728-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Ruiz in Long Beach, 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
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ruiz's office located?
Dr. Maritza Ruiz's Primary Practice
2653 Elm Ave Ste 200
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 728-5000
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 1275725061.
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. Maritza Ruiz's specialty?
Dr. Ruiz is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Long Beach, CA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Ruiz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maritza Ruiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ruiz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Choc Hospital Main Campus - Orange. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Maritza Ruiz accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Maritza Ruiz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maritza Ruiz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (562) 728-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maritza Ruiz?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (562) 728-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maritza Ruiz have?
Dr. Maritza Ruiz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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