16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruff, Cardiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Christian Ruff, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Ruff graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ruff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruff’s office at (617) 732-5500.
Where did Dr. Ruff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ruff speak?
Dr. Ruff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ruff treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ruff 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. Ruff. 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:
- Arrhythmia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Types of Angina
- Angina
- Atypical Angina
- Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I208: Other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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
Which procedures does Dr. Ruff perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christian Ruff 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ruff's office.
Does Dr. Ruff accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruff accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Ruff in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Independent Health
Medicare
Molina
United American / Torchmark
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Where is Dr. Ruff's office located?
What is Dr. Ruff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760420061.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruff
What is Dr. Christian Ruff's specialty?
Dr. Ruff is a Cardiologist near Boston, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Ruff to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christian Ruff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruff is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Christian Ruff accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christian Ruff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Ruff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruff's office at (617) 732-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Ruff?
Please contact Dr. Ruff's office at (617) 732-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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