RICHARD A RUBEN M.D.
NPI 1881848521
Family Medicine in Sacramento, CA

Active since November 07, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400, SACRAMENTO, CA 95816(916) 733-5098 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 16, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 16, 2024, Jul 27, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Richard A Ruben M.d. NPPES

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

RICHARD A RUBEN M.D. (NPI 1881848521) is an individual family medicine provider in Sacramento, California, licensed in California (C175419) and active in the NPI registry since November 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881848521
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD A RUBENCredential: M.D.
Location Address1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400Sacramento, CA 95816-5243
Mailing AddressPo Box 255228Sacramento, CA 95865-5228 · (855) 771-9335
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateNovember 7, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 16, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 16, 2024
NPI 1881848521 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in CA · C175419
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400, Sacramento, CA 95816

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

Richard A Ruben 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 ID2163692856
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211112002182
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 7

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.

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.
421 services231 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.
80 services19 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
57 services57 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.
38 services33 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
30 services30 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.
22 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95816 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
$92.61 typical visit price
range $60.44 – $180.85
Typical copayment $23.15 (range $15.11 – $45.21)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$105.95 typical visit price
range $19.88 – $148.15
Typical copayment $26.48 (range $4.97 – $37.03)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers13 claims31 services$6.53 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers12 claims18 services$1.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers16 claims16 services$70.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers15 claims42 services$29.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers11 claims11 services$12.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers14 claims14 services$58.78 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 8

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

Physician Assistant
1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Internal Medicine
1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Internal Medicine
1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Internal Medicine
1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Internal Medicine
1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Internal Medicine
1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Orthopaedic Surgery
1201 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 400
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816

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 Richard Ruben's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Ruben is 1881848521. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 7, 2008.

Where is Richard Ruben located?

Richard Ruben practices at 1201 Alhambra Blvd Ste 400, Sacramento, CA 95816. The listed phone number is (916) 733-5098.

What is Richard Ruben's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Richard Ruben enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Ruben 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 Richard Ruben was last updated on July 16, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.