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DR. RUTA NIGUSE TESFAMICAEL M.D.
NPI 1770915282
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Tucson, AZ

Active since August 07, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
7520 N ORACLE RD, STE 100, TUCSON, AZ 85704(520) 408-1133(520) 408-2233 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 19, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Ruta Niguse Tesfamicael M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RUTA NIGUSE TESFAMICAEL M.D. (NPI 1770915282) is an individual rheumatology provider in Tucson, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (56383) and active in the NPI registry since August 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770915282
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameDR. RUTA NIGUSE TESFAMICAELCredential: M.D.
Location Address7520 N ORACLE RD, STE 100Tucson, AZ 85704
Mailing Address7520 N Oracle Rd, Ste 100Tucson, AZ 85704 · (520) 408-1133 · Fax (520) 408-2233
Phone(520) 408-1133
Fax(520) 408-2233
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2013
Enumeration DateAugust 7, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJune 19, 2025
✔ NPI 1770915282 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · 56383
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.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
7520 N ORACLE RD, Tucson, AZ 85704
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid940123AZ

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

Dr. Ruta Niguse Tesfamicael M.d. 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 ID2163774589
PECOS Enrollment IDI20181013000052
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 11

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, 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.
5,820 services83 patients
Injection, abatacept, 10 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) J0129
Abatacept is a medication administered via injection under a doctor's supervision. It's used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis by moderating the immune system. This code applies when the doctor administers the drug, not for self-administration.
2,150 services13 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.
383 services243 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
240 services44 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
105 services91 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.
58 services27 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85704 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

BRETT LEDON HAYWOOD M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
7520 N ORACLE RD, STE 200
TUCSON, AZ 85704
Pima County (520) 327-9677
LI-TING SUDANO FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
7520 N ORACLE RD, SUITE 100
TUCSON, AZ 85704
Pima County (520) 408-1133

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 Ruta Tesfamicael's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruta Tesfamicael is 1770915282. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 7, 2013.

Where is Ruta Tesfamicael located?

Ruta Tesfamicael practices at 7520 N Oracle Rd Ste 100, Tucson, AZ 85704. The listed phone number is (520) 408-1133.

What is Ruta Tesfamicael's specialty?

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

Is Ruta Tesfamicael enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruta Tesfamicael 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruta Tesfamicael was last updated on June 19, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.