Ruchika Patel, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Ruchika Patel, MD practices as part of a group rheumatologist practice in Phila, PA. With 20+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Phila area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 99% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
5501 Old York Rd Korman Bldg Suite 103, Phila, PA 19141-3018
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 99% of doctors in Pennsylvania on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 1% of MIPS-scored doctors in PennsylvaniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better11.47%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+6.4 pts)
11.47% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
792
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
377
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,552
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $535k
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.
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.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$338 received from industry
17 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 Ruchika Patel's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.50 / 1.00
Moderate 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.
20 years in practice
Experienced
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
Mailing address
Po Box 8500-8735, Philadelphia, PA 19178-8735
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Ruchika Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ruchika Patel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Phila 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 Patel
Dr. Patel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Phila, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (215) 456-7380.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ruchika Patel
Practice Location
5501 Old York Rd Korman Bldg Suite 103, Phila, PA 19141-3018
Mailing Address
Po Box 8500-8735, Philadelphia, PA 19178-8735
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