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Dr. Ruth Schulman, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Brighton, MA
- NPI 1689037087
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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736 Cambridge St
Brighton, MA 021352907
(617) 562-7830 - Mailing address
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330 Mount Auburn St Ste 515
Cambridge, MA 021385597
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 10, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #286836
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689037087. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
639
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$73,092
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 182 | 66 | $84 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 151 | 51 | $123 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 130 | 55 | $75 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 44 | 39 | $141 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 42 | 40 | $135 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 30 | 30 | $184 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 26 | 26 | $182 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 22 | 22 | $229 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 12 | 12 | $196 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 98. This provider delivers 6.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$26
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $20.85 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 2 | $5.32 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
49
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$552
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 19 | 11 | $181 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 15 | 0 | $44 |
| Potassium Citrate Er (Potassium Citrate) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $327 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ruth Schulman's medical specialty?
Dr. Ruth Schulman practices Nephrology Physician in Brighton, MA.
Where does Dr. Ruth Schulman practice?
Dr. Ruth Schulman practices at 736 Cambridge St, Brighton, MA 021352907. Office phone: 6175627830.
What is Dr. Ruth Schulman's NPI?
Dr. Ruth Schulman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689037087, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ruth Schulman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ruth Schulman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ruth Schulman 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); Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation (HCPCS 90935). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.