Michael W Ruff, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Michael W Ruff is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Rochester, MN with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael W Ruff, MD specializes in psychiatry & neurology, serving patients in Rochester, MN in group practice. A University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine graduate since 2013, he brings 13+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
148
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
84
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
437
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $115k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 19, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine (Class of 2013)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Michael W Ruff
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael W Ruff for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Rochester 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 Michael W Ruff
NPI records show Dr. Ruff as active with telehealth listed in Rochester, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (507) 284-2511.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael W Ruff
Practice Location
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001
Mailing Address
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001
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