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Dr. Joseph Ruda, MD

Ophthalmologist

Tulare, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ruda, Ophthalmologist in Tulare, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Ruda, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Tulare, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ruda is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruda’s office at (713) 659-3937.

    What languages does Dr. Ruda speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Ruda typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ruda 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. Ruda. 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
    • 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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Ruda typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Ruda may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ruda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ruda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 659-3937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ruda accept in Tulare, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ruda's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Ruda's Primary Practice

    880 E Merritt Ave Ste 109

    Tulare, CA 93274

    (713) 659-3937

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    Dr. Joseph Ruda's Practice 2

    2611 N Dinuba Blvd

    Visalia, CA 93291

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    Dr. Joseph Ruda's Practice 3

    1101 N Cherry St

    Tulare, CA 93274

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

    Dr. Ruda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760466395.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruda?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Ruda's specialty?

    Dr. Ruda is an Ophthalmologist near Tulare, CA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

    Is Dr. Joseph Ruda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ruda is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe 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 Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Ophthalmologist. 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. Joseph Ruda accepting new patients in Tulare, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Ruda is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Ruda offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ruda's office at (713) 659-3937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Ruda?

    Please contact Dr. Ruda's office at (713) 659-3937 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ruda's office located?

    Dr. Ruda's offices are located in Tulare, CA and Visalia, CA.