MR. NICOLAUS D RUEHL PA-C
NPI 1891154894
Physician Assistant in Cullman, AL

Q: What is Nicolaus Ruehl's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicolaus Ruehl is 1891154894. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 18, 2016.

Q: What is Nicolaus Ruehl's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicolaus Ruehl was last updated on August 27, 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.

Active since February 18, 2016PECOS Enrolled

1912 AL HIGHWAY 157, CULLMAN, AL 35058(256) 737-2100 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 14, 2020, Aug 8, 2016, Feb 18, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Mr. Nicolaus D Ruehl Pa-c NPPES

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

MR. NICOLAUS D RUEHL PA-C (NPI 1891154894) is an individual physician assistant in Cullman, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (PA-1125) and active in the NPI registry since February 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891154894

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameMR. NICOLAUS D RUEHLCredential: PA-C

Location Address1912 AL HIGHWAY 157Cullman, AL 35058-0609

Mailing Address740 Teem RdCullman, AL 35057-3480 · (256) 737-2100

Phone(256) 737-2100

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateFebruary 18, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2025

✔ NPI 1891154894 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

License✔ Licensed in AL · PA-1125

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.

1912 AL HIGHWAY 157, Cullman, AL 35058

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Mr. Nicolaus D Ruehl Pa-c is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus 87804

This is a test that identifies the influenza virus in your body. It works by using an immunoassay, a method that detects the presence of the virus through an immune response. The results are directly observable, making it a quick and efficient way to diagnose flu.

36 services17 patients

Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) 87811

This is a test to detect COVID-19, the virus causing severe respiratory illness. It uses a method called immunoassay, which identifies the virus by its unique proteins. The test is directly observed for accuracy. It helps determine if you're currently infected.

28 services27 patients

Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) 87880

A detection test by immunoassay for Group A Strep is a quick procedure to identify a bacterial infection in your throat. It involves taking a throat swab and applying it to a test strip, which changes color if Strep bacteria are present.

13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35058 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

$81.90 typical visit price

range $52.65 – $161.63

Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$66.08 typical visit price

range $16.56 – $131.65

Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)

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.

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