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Dr. Ruben Pipek, MD

Dr. Ruben Pipek, MD

Endocrinologist, Internist

Melbourne, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pipek, Endocrinologist in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Ruben Pipek, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Pipek graduated from U De La Republica, Montevideo and completed his residency at Brackenridge Hospital. Dr. Pipek is fluent in English, French, Hebrew, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pipek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pipek’s office at (321) 259-9500.

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

    • Fellowship: U Tx Hlth Sci Ctr

    • Residency: Brackenridge Hospital

    • Medical School: University De La Republica- Fac De Med- Montevideo- Uruguay | U De La Republica, Montevideo

    Is Dr. Pipek board certified as an Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruben Pipek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pipek speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Hebrew
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Pipek typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Pipek 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. Pipek. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Pipek typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruben Pipek may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pipek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pipek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 259-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pipek accept in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Pipek in Melbourne, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pipek's office located?

    Dr. Ruben Pipek's Primary Practice

    6619 N Wickham Rd

    Melbourne, FL 32940

    (321) 259-9500

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

    Dr. Pipek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952385981.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pipek?

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

    What is Dr. Ruben Pipek's specialty?

    Dr. Pipek is an Endocrinologist near Melbourne, FL.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

    Is Dr. Ruben Pipek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pipek is affiliated with Cape Canaveral Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Holmes Regional 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 an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Ruben Pipek accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ruben Pipek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruben Pipek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pipek's office at (321) 259-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruben Pipek?

    Please contact Dr. Pipek's office at (321) 259-9500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pipek's office located?

    Dr. Pipek's office is located in Melbourne, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruben Pipek have?

    Dr. Ruben Pipek is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.