Ruchika Goel, MD, MPH

Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Pediatrics

Pediatrics

Ruchika Goel is a Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Pediatrics specialist based in Springfield, IL with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY

(217) 545-8000Springfield, IL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Ruchika Goel, MD, MPH runs an independent pediatric hematology-oncology pediatrics specialist practice in Springfield, IL. She has been practicing since 2008 — over 22 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

22+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 2038dNPPES updated 2020-10-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical

Contact & Location

Practice Location

315 W Carpenter St Fl 1, Springfield, IL 62702

Fax: (217) 545-1141
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

26.4%

Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-56.4 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

84

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

17

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

87

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $64k

Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-10%)60%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-1%)48%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+2%)36%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+3%)33%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
32%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%
Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

COPD
Higher than avg (+6%)26%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

US avg: 20.4%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$267 received from industry

5 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Ruchika Goel's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Oct 22, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 22 years in practice

    Experienced

A pediatrician trained in the combination of pediatrics, hematology and oncology to recognize and manage pediatric blood disorders and cancerous diseases.

Taxonomy: 2080P0207X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 19677, Springfield, IL 62794-9677

Differs from practice location

Virtual Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Care With Ruchika Goel

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Ruchika Goel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Springfield 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 Ruchika Goel

Dr. Goel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Springfield, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (217) 545-8000.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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