RUCHIKA BHARGAV DO
NPI 1518452564
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Philadelphia, PA

Active since June 22, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141(215) 456-8520 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 24, 2025, Jul 18, 2024, Jun 22, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Ruchika Bhargav Do NPPES

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

RUCHIKA BHARGAV DO (NPI 1518452564) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in New Jersey (25MB12269200) and active in the NPI registry since June 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Medical Center Of Princeton At Plainsboro, and is a graduate of Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518452564
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameRUCHIKA BHARGAVCredential: DO
Location Address5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1Philadelphia, PA 19141-3098
Mailing Address5501 Old York Rd Ste 1Philadelphia, PA 19141-3098
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRowan University School Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJune 22, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 24, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 24, 2025
✔ NPI 1518452564 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MB12269200
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License OT018781 (PA), OT018781 (NJ)
5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1, Philadelphia, PA 19141

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ruchika Bhargav Do 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 ID3476090135
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240731001817
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Ruchika Bhargav reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Maternal & Fetal Medicine
110 REHILL AVE
Somerville, NJ 08876
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 641 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
526 services373 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
30 services29 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
18 services18 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

University Medical Center Of Princeton At Plainsboro

Acute Care Hospitals · Plainsboro, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310010
LocationOne-Five Plainsboro RoadPlainsboro, NJ 08536 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New Brunswick, NJ
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310038
LocationOne Robert Wood Johnson PlaceNew Brunswick, NJ 08901 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Toms River, NJ
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310041
Location99 Rt 37 WestToms River, NJ 08755 · Ocean County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset

Acute Care Hospitals · Somerville, NJ
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310048
Location110 Rehill AveSomerville, NJ 08876 · Somerset County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Jfk Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Edison, NJ
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310108
Location65 James StreetEdison, NJ 08820 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19141 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
$137.17 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $34.29 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$74.47 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $18.61 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Dentist (General Practice)
5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Internal Medicine
5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Internal Medicine
5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
5501 OLD YORK RD STE 1
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141

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 Ruchika Bhargav's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruchika Bhargav is 1518452564. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 22, 2018.

Where is Ruchika Bhargav located?

Ruchika Bhargav practices at 5501 Old York Rd Ste 1, Philadelphia, PA 19141. The listed phone number is (215) 456-8520.

What is Ruchika Bhargav's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Ruchika Bhargav enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruchika Bhargav 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Ruchika Bhargav's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ruchika Bhargav reassigns Medicare benefits to Rutgers Health-Rwj Scleroderma Program (Somerville, NJ). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ruchika Bhargav's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ruchika Bhargav accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Oscar Health list Ruchika Bhargav 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 Ruchika Bhargav affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruchika Bhargav is affiliated with University Medical Center Of Princeton At Plainsboro, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Community Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset and Jfk Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruchika Bhargav was last updated on November 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 months 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.