Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Paul Ruffer, MSW (LICSW & LCSW-C)

Mental Health Counselor (CMS: Clinical Social Worker) · Mental Health Counselor · Washington, DC

  • NPI 1407005416
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 45 yrs in practice
  • Licensed in 2 states
  • Male
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1050 17Th St Nw, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 200365503
(202) 641-3981
Mailing address
11809 Stonington Pl
Silver Spring, MD 209021616

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
September 2008 — 18 yrs on file
Profile last updated
February 27, 2013
Year of graduation
1981 — 45 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
101YM0800X — NUCC code
State licenses (2)
District of Columbia #LC300557 · Maryland #13575

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1407005416. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
11
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$1,540
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
90791 Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 11 11 $140

In context: peer comparison

Among 2 peers in Washington Mental Health Counselor, average services per provider: 24. This provider delivers 0.5× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Paul Ruffer's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Ruffer practices Mental Health Counselor in Washington, DC.
Where does Dr. Paul Ruffer practice?
Dr. Paul Ruffer practices at 1050 17Th St Nw, Washington, DC 200365503. Office phone: 2026413981.
What is Dr. Paul Ruffer's NPI?
Dr. Paul Ruffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407005416, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Ruffer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Ruffer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Ruffer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation (HCPCS 90791). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.