Ruchi D Patel, DO
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Ruchi D Patel is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Bethlehem, PA with over 7 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ruchi D Patel, DO has practiced internal medicine for 7+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine in 2019 and has 7+ years of clinical experience. Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, and more.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 730dNPPES updated 2024-05-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.33%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.33% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.9%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Prescription Recipients
74
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
360
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $155k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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.
$379 received from industry
8 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 Ruchi D Patel's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.32 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2019
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · May 22, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
7 years in practice
Established
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 2019)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Ruchi D Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ruchi D Patel for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Bethlehem 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 Ruchi D Patel
Dr. Patel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Bethlehem, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (484) 503-0555.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ruchi D Patel
Practice Location
801 Ostrum St, Bethlehem, PA 18015-1000
Mailing Address
801 Ostrum St, Bethlehem, PA 18015-1000
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