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Dr. Ruddy Ruiz, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Melbourne, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ruiz, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Ruddy Ruiz, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ruiz graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ruiz is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (321) 725-4500.

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

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

    • Medical School: University of Central Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ruiz board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruddy Ruiz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ruiz speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ruiz typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Nerve Disease
    • Neurodegenerative Disorder
    • Progressive Nerve Disease
    • Nervous System Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G319: Degenerative disease of nervous system, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ruiz typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruddy Ruiz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ruiz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ruiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 725-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Ruiz 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Eon Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Health First Shared Services

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Ruiz's office located?

    Dr. Ruddy Ruiz's Primary Practice

    1900 Dairy Rd

    Melbourne, FL 32904

    (321) 725-4500

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    Dr. Ruddy Ruiz's Practice 2

    1223 Gateway Dr

    Melbourne, FL 32901

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    Dr. Ruddy Ruiz's Practice 3

    701 W Cocoa Beach Cswy

    Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

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    What is Dr. Ruiz's NPI number?A 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 1093799041.

    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. Ruddy Ruiz's specialty?

    Dr. Ruiz is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Melbourne, FL.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ruiz is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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. Ruddy Ruiz accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Ruddy Ruiz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (321) 725-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruddy Ruiz?

    Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (321) 725-4500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ruiz's office located?

    Dr. Ruiz's offices are located in Melbourne, FL and Cocoa Beach, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruddy Ruiz have?

    Dr. Ruddy Ruiz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.