Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rucker, Neurologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Janet Rucker, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Rucker completed her residency at Emory Univ. School of Medicine. Dr. Rucker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rucker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rucker’s office at (212) 263-7744.
Where did Dr. Rucker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Emory Univ. School of Medicine
Residency: Emory Univ. School of Medicine
Is Dr. Rucker board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Janet Rucker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Rucker speak?
Dr. Rucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Rucker typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Rucker 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. Rucker. 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:
- Optic Atrophy
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Convergence Insufficiency
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Convergence disorder
- Eye teaming problem
- Near vision difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5111: Convergence insufficiency
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Rucker typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Rucker performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Rucker. 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:
- Guided Lumbar Puncture
- Guided Spinal Tap
- Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
- CT Guided Spinal Tap
- Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture
CPT Codes:
- 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance
Does Dr. Rucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Rucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-7744 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rucker accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Rucker in New York, NY 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)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rucker's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Janet Rucker a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Rucker has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Rucker, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Rucker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235152802.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rucker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rucker
What is Dr. Janet Rucker's specialty?
Dr. Rucker is a Neurologist near New York, NY.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Janet Rucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rucker is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center 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 Janet Rucker accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Janet Rucker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Janet Rucker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office at (212) 263-7744 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Janet Rucker?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office at (212) 263-7744 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Janet Rucker have?
Dr. Janet Rucker is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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