CHRISTOPHER JAMES RUHNKE MD
NPI 1104812429
Orthopaedic Surgery in Cincinnati, OH

Q: What is Christopher Ruhnke's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Ruhnke is 1104812429. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 22, 2005.

Q: What is Christopher Ruhnke's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Active since September 22, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

90.38/100

CMS Quality Rating

6909 GOOD SAMARITAN DRIVE, SUITE A, CINCINNATI, OH 45247(513) 245-2500(513) 245-5424 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 3, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Christopher James Ruhnke Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHRISTOPHER JAMES RUHNKE MD (NPI 1104812429) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Cincinnati, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35.064504) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104812429

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207X00000X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER JAMES RUHNKECredential: MD

Location Address6909 GOOD SAMARITAN DRIVE, SUITE ACincinnati, OH 45247-5207

Mailing Address4701 Creek Rd, Suite 110Cincinnati, OH 45242-8398 · (513) 618-9011 · Fax (513) 588-2479

Phone(513) 245-2500

Fax(513) 245-5424

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991

Enumeration DateSeptember 22, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 3, 2011

✔ NPI 1104812429 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207X00000X

License✔ Licensed in OH · 35.064504

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

6909 GOOD SAMARITAN DRIVE, Cincinnati, OH 45247

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Other Identifiers 6

Other000000498321OH · Anthem

Medicare NSC0225920002OH

Medicare PINRU4199531OH

Medicaid2719008OH

OtherP00408574OH · Medicare Railroad

Medicare UPING30903OH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher James Ruhnke Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3173524840

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070123000451

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702

This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.

504 services96 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

280 services141 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

179 services129 patients

Hyaluronan or derivative, euflexxa, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7323

Hyaluronan or Euflexxa is a substance similar to a natural substance in your joints. It's injected into the joint space to treat pain from osteoarthritis, especially in the knee. It helps to lubricate the joint, reducing pain and improving mobility.

168 services42 patients

X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562

An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.

112 services79 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

112 services85 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cincinnati, OH

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number360134

Location375 Dixmyth AvenueCincinnati, OH 45220 · Hamilton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bethesda North

Acute Care Hospitals · Cincinnati, OH

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number360179

Location10500 Montgomery RoadCincinnati, OH 45242 · Hamilton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45247 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$84.72 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.65

Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.66)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.07 typical visit price

range $17.10 – $135.40

Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

90.38/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

80.76

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan

Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…

1%245 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

59%153 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine

53%245 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

22%264 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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