Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nicholas Ruth
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Tuscaloosa, AL
- NPI 1174020473
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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850 Peter Bryce Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 354017457
(205) 348-1770
fax (205) 348-1772 - Additional location
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1912 Al Highway 157
Cullman, AL 350580609
(256) 737-2000 - Additional location
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380 Woods Cove RD
Scottsboro, AL 357682428
(256) 259-4444
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2018 — 8 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 15, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #L.4708R
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1174020473. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
546
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$66,531
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 165 | 159 | $166 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 131 | 119 | $8 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 116 | 114 | $201 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 91 | 90 | $115 | |
99292 |
Critical care, each additional 30 minutes | 43 | 30 | $101 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 28 peers in this city , average services per provider: 108. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
407
Patients
404
Total drug cost
$3,712
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 89 | 88 | $507 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 63 | 62 | $287 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 41 | 41 | $424 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 38 | 38 | $268 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 36 | 36 | $337 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 34 | 34 | $179 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 25 | 24 | $200 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 20 | 20 | $391 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 18 | 18 | $339 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 16 | 16 | $443 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nicholas Ruth's medical specialty?
Dr. Nicholas Ruth practices Family Medicine Physician in Tuscaloosa, AL.
Where does Dr. Nicholas Ruth practice?
Dr. Nicholas Ruth practices at 850 Peter Bryce Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 354017457. Office phone: 2053481770.
What is Dr. Nicholas Ruth's NPI?
Dr. Nicholas Ruth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174020473, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nicholas Ruth accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas Ruth accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nicholas Ruth commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.