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RUTH CHRISTINE CHOLHAN MD
NPI 1447291653
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Englewood, NJ

Active since June 09, 2006PECOS Enrolled
285 ENGLE ST, ENGLEWOOD, NJ 07631(201) 871-0223(201) 871-1117 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Ruth Christine Cholhan Md NPPES

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

RUTH CHRISTINE CHOLHAN MD (NPI 1447291653) is an individual rheumatology provider in Englewood, New Jersey and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447291653
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameRUTH CHRISTINE CHOLHANCredential: MD
Location Address285 ENGLE STEnglewood, NJ 07631-2406
Mailing Address285 Engle StEnglewood, NJ 07631-2406 · (201) 871-0223 · Fax (201) 871-1117
Fax(201) 871-1117
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateJune 9, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1447291653 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
285 ENGLE ST, Englewood, NJ 07631

Accepted 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

Ruth Christine Cholhan 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 ID9335177898
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050727000507
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 12

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, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) J0717
Certolizumab pegol is a medication injected under a doctor's supervision. It's used to treat certain inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis. The injection helps reduce symptoms like pain and swelling. Note that this drug isn't for self-administration.
64,402 services20 patients
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg J0897
Denosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.
2,220 services28 patients
Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle 96401
This procedure involves giving anti-cancer drugs, which don't contain hormones, into the muscle or under the skin. These drugs help to stop the growth of cancer cells. The process is usually quick and done by a healthcare professional.
351 services50 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.
302 services143 patients
Infusion, normal saline solution, 250 cc J7050
An infusion of normal saline solution, 250 cc, involves administering a sterile saltwater solution into your body through a vein, usually in your arm. This helps to replenish fluids, maintain hydration, and balance electrolytes in your body.
84 services19 patients
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less 96413
Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. When administered into a vein, it's often through an IV. This procedure usually lasts 1 hour or less. You may feel a slight pinch as the needle is inserted, but it's generally painless.
83 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Hackensack University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hackensack, NJ
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310001
Location30 Prospect AveHackensack, NJ 07601 · Bergen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Englewood Hospital And Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Englewood, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310045
Location350 Engle StEnglewood, NJ 07631 · Bergen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07631 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
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
65%704 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
14%102 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
14%336 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
44%336 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
0%336 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
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

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

Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
285 ENGLE ST
ENGLEWOOD, NJ 07631

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Ruth Cholhan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Cholhan is 1447291653. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2006.

Where is Ruth Cholhan located?

Ruth Cholhan practices at 285 Engle St, Englewood, NJ 07631. The listed phone number is (201) 871-0223.

What is Ruth Cholhan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Ruth Cholhan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruth Cholhan is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Ruth Cholhan accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Ambetter Health of Delaware list Ruth Cholhan as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Ruth Cholhan affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruth Cholhan is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center and Englewood Hospital And Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruth Cholhan was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.