Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Asim Ruhela
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Bakersfield, CA
- NPI 1043694987
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2615 Chester Ave
Bakersfield, CA 933012014
(661) 395-3000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 12, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A153577
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1043694987. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,087
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$111,745
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 417 | 209 | $79 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 376 | 163 | $119 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 203 | 194 | $115 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 33 | 33 | $174 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 21 | 14 | $49 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 19 | 19 | $130 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 18 | 16 | $76 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 55 peers in Bakersfield Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 228. This provider delivers 4.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$67
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 2 | $37.85 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $29.56 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
15
Patients
15
Total drug cost
$84
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 15 | 15 | $84 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Asim Ruhela's medical specialty?
Dr. Asim Ruhela practices Internal Medicine Physician in Bakersfield, CA.
Where does Dr. Asim Ruhela practice?
Dr. Asim Ruhela practices at 2615 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 933012014. Office phone: 6613953000.
What is Dr. Asim Ruhela's NPI?
Dr. Asim Ruhela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043694987, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Asim Ruhela accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Asim Ruhela accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Asim Ruhela commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.