Herbert Ruckle, M.D.
Herbert Ruckle is an Urology specialist based in Loma Linda, CA with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Herbert Ruckle, M.D. practices as part of a group urologist practice in Loma Linda, CA. A Loma Linda University School of Medicine graduate since 1986, he brings 40+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 90% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6894dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
11370 Anderson St Ste 1100, Loma Linda, CA 92354-3450
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.2 pts)
Top 10% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
344
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
127
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
454
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $190k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+42%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$375 received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Herbert Ruckle's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
Loma Linda University School of Medicine
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
Loma Linda University School of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Mailing address
54701 File Number, Los Angeles, CA 90074-4701
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 194056
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Urology Care With Herbert Ruckle
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Herbert Ruckle for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Loma Linda required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herbert Ruckle
Dr. Ruckle is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Loma Linda, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (909) 558-3111.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Herbert Ruckle
Practice Location
11370 Anderson St Ste 1100, Loma Linda, CA 92354-3450
Mailing Address
54701 File Number, Los Angeles, CA 90074-4701
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