MISS REBECCA J RUF PA-C
NPI 1700160272
Physician Assistant in Cherokee, NC

Active since October 03, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1 HOSPITAL ROAD, CALLER BOX C-268, CHEROKEE, NC 28719(828) 497-9163 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 23, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Miss Rebecca J Ruf Pa-c NPPES

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

MISS REBECCA J RUF PA-C (NPI 1700160272) is an individual physician assistant in Cherokee, North Carolina and active in the NPI registry since October 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700160272
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMISS REBECCA J RUFCredential: PA-C
Location Address1 HOSPITAL ROAD, CALLER BOX C-268Cherokee, NC 28719
Mailing Address1 Hospital Road, Caller Box C-268Cherokee, NC 28719 · (828) 497-9163
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateOctober 3, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 23, 2016
NPI 1700160272 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
1 HOSPITAL ROAD, Cherokee, NC 28719

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare OSCAR/certificationTRZB25YTS8NC
Other19AK3NC · Blue Cross Blue Shield Provider Identifier
Medicaid1700160272NC

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

Miss Rebecca J Ruf Pa-c 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 ID8820254089
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151202000181
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 3

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.

Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems 96127
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems involves a thorough evaluation of your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It's a process where professionals study patterns over time to identify potential issues like anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.
32 services31 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.
21 services21 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.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority

Acute Care Hospitals · Cherokee, NC
OwnershipGovernment - Federal
CMS Certification Number340156
LocationCaller Box C268Cherokee, NC 28719 · Swain County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28719 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$8.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Nurse Practitioner
1 HOSPITAL ROAD
CHEROKEE, NC 28719
Family Medicine
1 HOSPITAL ROAD, CALLER BOX C-268
CHEROKEE, NC 28719
General Acute Care Hospital
1 HOSPITAL ROAD
CHEROKEE, NC 28719
Social Worker (Clinical)
1 HOSPITAL ROAD
CHEROKEE, NC 28719
Dental Hygienist
1 HOSPITAL ROAD, CALLER BOX C-268
CHEROKEE, NC 28719
Dentist
1 HOSPITAL ROAD
CHEROKEE, NC 28719
Optometrist
1 HOSPITAL ROAD
CHEROKEE, NC 28719
Physical Therapist
1 HOSPITAL ROAD, CALLER BOX C-268
CHEROKEE, NC 28719

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 Rebecca Ruf's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rebecca Ruf is 1700160272. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 3, 2011.

Where is Rebecca Ruf located?

Rebecca Ruf practices at 1 Hospital Road Caller Box C-268, Cherokee, NC 28719. The listed phone number is (828) 497-9163.

What is Rebecca Ruf's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Rebecca Ruf enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rebecca Ruf 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 Rebecca Ruf accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Rebecca Ruf 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 Rebecca Ruf affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rebecca Ruf is affiliated with Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rebecca Ruf was last updated on August 23, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 years 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.