Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ruben Brinckhaus, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Fortuna, CA
- NPI 1891708806
- Accepts Medicare
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
874 Main St
Fortuna, CA 955401926
(707) 725-3334
fax (707) 725-2455
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 4, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #00G61840
- Medicaid
- CA #00G61840
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1891708806. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
89
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$10,674
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 35 | 27 | $79 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 27 | 26 | $174 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 27 | 21 | $119 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 1.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$237
Transactions
12
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 4 | $82.50 | |
| Mylan Specialty L.P. | 2 | $45.11 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $34.32 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $21.98 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $18.39 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 1 | $17.75 | |
| Indivior Inc. | 1 | $17.05 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,145
Patients
505
Total drug cost
$47,510
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 309 | 74 | $11,066 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 220 | 47 | $3,940 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 192 | 41 | $3,968 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 182 | 48 | $3,330 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 137 | 33 | $2,675 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 132 | 33 | $3,911 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 125 | 27 | $2,692 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 122 | 22 | $4,070 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 121 | 30 | $1,734 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 107 | 25 | $893 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ruben Brinckhaus's medical specialty?
Dr. Ruben Brinckhaus practices Family Medicine Physician in Fortuna, CA.
Where does Dr. Ruben Brinckhaus practice?
Dr. Ruben Brinckhaus practices at 874 Main St, Fortuna, CA 955401926. Office phone: 7077253334.
What is Dr. Ruben Brinckhaus's NPI?
Dr. Ruben Brinckhaus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891708806, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ruben Brinckhaus accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ruben Brinckhaus accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ruben Brinckhaus commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.