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Dr. Ruby Albert, MD

Pediatrician

Columbia, SC

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Albert, Pediatrician in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Ruby Albert, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Albert completed her residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Albert is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Albert’s office at (803) 252-7001.

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

    • Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program

    Is Dr. Albert board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Ruby Albert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Albert speak?

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

    • English
    • Filipino; Pilipino
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Albert typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Albert 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. Albert. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Albert typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ruby Albert may include:

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

    Does Dr. Albert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Albert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 252-7001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Albert accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Albert in Columbia, SC 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 South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Albert's office located?

    Dr. Ruby Albert's Primary Practice

    4605 Monticello Rd

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (803) 252-7001

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    Dr. Ruby Albert's Practice 2

    2525 Kinard St

    Newberry, SC 29108

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    Dr. Ruby Albert's Practice 3

    500 N 12th St

    West Columbia, SC 29169

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

    Dr. Albert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295721009.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Albert?

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

    What is Dr. Ruby Albert's specialty?

    Dr. Albert is a Pediatrician near Columbia, SC.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Ruby Albert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Albert is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Musc Health University 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Ruby Albert accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Ruby Albert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruby Albert offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Albert's office at (803) 252-7001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruby Albert?

    Please contact Dr. Albert's office at (803) 252-7001 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Albert's office located?

    Dr. Albert's offices are located in Columbia, SC, Newberry, SC, and West Columbia, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruby Albert have?

    Dr. Ruby Albert is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.