Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rucker, Family Medicine Specialist in Cleveland, TN?
Dr. Walter Rucker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rucker graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Rucker is fluent in English, 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 (423) 244-0311.
Where did Dr. Rucker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baptist Medical Center
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine
Is Dr. Rucker board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Rucker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rucker speak?
Dr. Rucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rucker typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rucker typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Rucker may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Rucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 244-0311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rucker accept in Cleveland, TN?
Dr. Rucker in Cleveland, TN 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 Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rucker's office located?
Dr. Walter Rucker's Primary Practice
2535 Georgetown Rd NW
Cleveland, TN 37311
(423) 244-0311
What hospitals are Dr. Rucker affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Rucker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga,Chattanooga, TN
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Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga,Chattanooga, TN
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Bradley Medical Center, Llc,Cleveland, TN
Bradley Medical Center, Llc,Cleveland, TN
Erlanger Baroness Hospital,Chattanooga, TN
Erlanger Baroness Hospital,Chattanooga, TN
Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital,Pikeville, TN
Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital,Pikeville, TN
What is Dr. Rucker's NPI number?A 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 1386644094.
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. Walter Rucker's specialty?
Dr. Rucker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Cleveland, TN.
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. Walter Rucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rucker is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Walter Rucker accepting new patients in Cleveland, TN?
Yes, Dr. Walter Rucker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Rucker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office at (423) 244-0311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Rucker?
Please contact Dr. Rucker's office at (423) 244-0311 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Rucker's office located?
Dr. Rucker's office is located in Cleveland, TN.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Rucker have?
Dr. Walter Rucker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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