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Dr. David Ruiz, MD

Dalton, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ruiz, Dermatologist in Dalton, GA?

    Dr. David Ruiz, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Dalton, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ruiz completed his residency at Florida Hospital East Orlando. Dr. Ruiz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz’s office at (209) 476-2000.

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

    • Residency: Florida Hospital East Orlando

    What languages does Dr. Ruiz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ruiz treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Ruiz 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. Ruiz. 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:

    • Skin Disorder
    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Problem
    • Dermatological Condition
    • Skin Ailment
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Acne
    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Pimples
    • Zits
    • Breakouts
    • Common acne

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L709: Acne, unspecified
    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alopecia Areata
    • Hair Loss
    • Alopecia areata
    • Patchy hair loss
    • Autoimmune hair loss
    • Spot baldness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L639: Alopecia areata, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Ruiz perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Ruiz 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. Ruiz. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Skin Lesion Injections
    • Intralesional Injections (Multiple)
    • Injections for Skin Growths
    • Steroid Injections for Skin

    CPT Codes:

    • 11901: Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Ultraviolet Light Therapy
    • UV Light Treatment
    • Phototherapy
    • Actinotherapy
    • Light Box Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    Does Dr. Ruiz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ruiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 476-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz accept in Dalton, GA?

    Dr. Ruiz in Dalton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

    • Mohawk Industries

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    Where is Dr. Ruiz's office located?

    Dr. David Ruiz's Primary Practice

    1107 Memorial Dr Ste 201

    Dalton, GA 30720

    (209) 476-2000

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    Dr. David Ruiz's Practice 2

    4125 Bangs Ave

    Modesto, CA 95356

    (209) 735-5000

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    Dr. David Ruiz's Practice 3

    4601 Dale Rd

    Modesto, CA 95356

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

    Dr. Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467491183.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruiz?

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

    What is Dr. David Ruiz's specialty?

    Dr. Ruiz is a Dermatologist near Dalton, GA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Ruiz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Ruiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ruiz is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca 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 David Ruiz accepting new patients in Dalton, GA?

    Yes, Dr. David Ruiz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Ruiz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (209) 476-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Ruiz?

    Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (209) 476-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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