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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruth, Cardiologist in Rockingham, VA?
Dr. Benjamin Ruth, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Rockingham, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ruth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruth’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruth’s office at (540) 689-5600.
What languages does Dr. Ruth speak?
Dr. Ruth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ruth typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ruth 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. Ruth. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ruth typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Ruth may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Ruth's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ruth accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 689-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruth accept in Rockingham, VA?
Dr. Ruth in Rockingham, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ruth's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Ruth's Primary Practice
2006 Health Campus Dr Ste 200
Rockingham, VA 22801
(540) 689-5600
What hospitals are Dr. Ruth affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ruth has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Ruth's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972999647.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruth
What is Dr. Benjamin Ruth's specialty?
Dr. Ruth is a Cardiologist near Rockingham, VA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is Dr. Benjamin Ruth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruth is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Uva University Hospital, Hca Henrico Doctors' Hospital 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Benjamin Ruth accepting new patients in Rockingham, VA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Ruth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Ruth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruth's office at (540) 689-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Ruth?
Please contact Dr. Ruth's office at (540) 689-5600 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Ruth's office located?
Dr. Ruth's offices are located in Rockingham, VA and Elkton, VA.
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