Who is Dr. Ruggiero, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Brooklyn, NY?
Where did Dr. Ruggiero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology
Is Dr. Ruggiero board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Ruggiero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Ruggiero speak?
Dr. Ruggiero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Ruggiero typically treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Ruggiero 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. Ruggiero. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Health Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
- Mammogram
- Breast Exam
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
- Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Cervical Dysplasia
- Cervix Disorder
- Abnormal Cervical Cells
- Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Abnormal Pap Smear
ICD-10 Codes:
- N879: Dysplasia of cervix uteri, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- ASC-US Pap smear
- Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
- Mildly abnormal Pap test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)
Also known as:
- Low-Grade Abnormal Cells on Pap Test (LGSIL)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Cervix Disorder
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- LGSIL Pap Test
- Mild Cervical Dysplasia
- Low-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87612: Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of cervix (LGSIL)
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Positive Pregnancy Test
- Pregnancy
- Confirmed Pregnancy
- Pregnant Result
- Positive HCG Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3201: Encounter for pregnancy test, result positive
What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Ruggiero typically perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Ruggiero 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. Ruggiero. 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:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Does Dr. Ruggiero accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruggiero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 630-7617 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruggiero accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ruggiero in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Ruggiero's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Ruggiero affiliated with?
Dr. Ruggiero has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Ruggiero's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruggiero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700839875.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruggiero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruggiero