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Dr. Christopher Ruthruff, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Ionia, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ruthruff, Family Medicine Specialist in Ionia, MI?

    Dr. Christopher Ruthruff, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ionia, MI. He is board certified. Dr. Ruthruff graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Edward W Sparrow Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Ruthruff is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruthruff’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruthruff’s office.

    Where did Dr. Ruthruff go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Edward W Sparrow Hosp, Family Medicine | Edward W Sparrow Hospital | SCS/MSUCOM/EW Sparrow Hospital Program

    • Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ruthruff board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Ruthruff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ruthruff speak?

    Dr. Ruthruff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ruthruff typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ruthruff 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. Ruthruff. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ruthruff typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Ruthruff may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ruthruff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ruthruff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ruthruff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ruthruff accept in Ionia, MI?

    Dr. Ruthruff in Ionia, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ruthruff's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Ruthruff's Primary Practice

    550 E Washington St Fl 1

    Ionia, MI 48846

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    What is Dr. Ruthruff's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ruthruff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831144179.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruthruff?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruthruff

    What is Dr. Christopher Ruthruff's specialty?

    Dr. Ruthruff is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ionia, MI.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Christopher Ruthruff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ruthruff is affiliated with Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Mclaren Greater Lansing, University Of Michigan Health - West 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Christopher Ruthruff accepting new patients in Ionia, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Ruthruff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Ruthruff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ruthruff's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Ruthruff?

    Please contact Dr. Ruthruff's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ruthruff's office located?

    Dr. Ruthruff's office is located in Ionia, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Ruthruff have?

    Dr. Christopher Ruthruff is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.