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Dr. James Ruppert, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Riverside, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ruppert, Family Medicine Specialist in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. James Ruppert, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Ruppert graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Riverside Co Reg Med Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Ruppert is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruppert’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruppert’s office at (951) 697-7823.

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

    • Residency: Riverside Co Reg Med Ctr, Family Practice | Riverside Co Reg Med Center | Riverside Regional Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. James Ruppert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ruppert speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Ruppert may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ruppert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ruppert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 697-7823 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ruppert accept in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Ruppert in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Central Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ruppert's office located?

    Dr. James Ruppert's Primary Practice

    6485 Day St Ste 206

    Riverside, CA 92507

    (951) 697-7823

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ruppert affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ruppert has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Riverside University Health System - Medical Center,Moreno Valley, CA

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

    Dr. Ruppert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366437667.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruppert?

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

    What is Dr. James Ruppert's specialty?

    Dr. Ruppert is a Family Medicine Specialist near Riverside, CA.

    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. James Ruppert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ruppert is affiliated with Riverside Community 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

    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. James Ruppert accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Ruppert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Ruppert offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ruppert's office at (951) 697-7823 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Ruppert?

    Please contact Dr. Ruppert's office at (951) 697-7823 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ruppert's office located?

    Dr. Ruppert's office is located in Riverside, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Ruppert have?

    Dr. James Ruppert is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.