Ruchika Shekhda
Ruchika Shekhda runs an independent family nurse practitioner practice in Tewksbury, MA. She has been in practice for 12+ years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1706dNPPES updated 2021-09-03 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.5%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MassachusettsHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
144
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
114
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
131
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%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 (-8%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Board certified · Sep 2, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
12 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Mailing address
10 Burlington Ave Apt 2207, Wilmington, MA 01887-3943
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Ruchika Shekhda
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ruchika Shekhda for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Tewksbury 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 Shekhda
NPI records show Dr. Shekhda as active with telehealth listed in Tewksbury, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (781) 635-7941.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ruchika Shekhda
Practice Location
3 Laurence St, Tewksbury, MA 01876-4424
Mailing Address
10 Burlington Ave Apt 2207, Wilmington, MA 01887-3943
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