Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Chad Ruechel, D.O.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Morganton, NC
- NPI 1710149497
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 18 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2201 S Sterling St
Morganton, NC 286554044
(828) 580-5000 - Mailing address
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102 du Mont Dr
Morganton, NC 286558254
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 28, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- North Carolina #2012-00523 · Michigan #5101017950
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710149497. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
365
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$62,326
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 223 | 213 | $171 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 84 | 82 | $206 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 58 | 57 | $118 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Morganton Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 98. This provider delivers 3.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
169
Patients
167
Total drug cost
$1,352
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 42 | 41 | $252 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 30 | 30 | $686 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 29 | 29 | $179 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 28 | 27 | $106 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 20 | 20 | $39 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 20 | 20 | $90 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chad Ruechel's medical specialty?
Dr. Chad Ruechel practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Morganton, NC.
Where does Dr. Chad Ruechel practice?
Dr. Chad Ruechel practices at 2201 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC 286554044. Office phone: 8285805000.
What is Dr. Chad Ruechel's NPI?
Dr. Chad Ruechel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710149497, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chad Ruechel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chad Ruechel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chad Ruechel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.