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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruether, Internist in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. James Ruether, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ruether graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ruether is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruether’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruether’s office at (302) 623-0188.
Where did Dr. Ruether go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine | Mc Of Delaware | PCOM/Christiana Care Health System Program
Medical School: University of Toronto, Fac of Med, Toronto, Ont, Canada | University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine | University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Ruether board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Ruether, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ruether speak?
Dr. Ruether and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ruether typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ruether 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. Ruether. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ruether typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Ruether may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ruether's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ruether accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruether accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 623-0188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruether accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Ruether in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Ruether's office located?
What is Dr. Ruether's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruether's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154391928.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruether?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruether
What is Dr. James Ruether's specialty?
Dr. Ruether is a Internist near Wilmington, DE.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. James Ruether affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruether is affiliated with Wilmington 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Ruether accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. James Ruether is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Ruether offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruether's office at (302) 623-0188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Ruether?
Please contact Dr. Ruether's office at (302) 623-0188 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Ruether have?
Dr. James Ruether is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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