Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ruth Anderson, M.D.
Pain Medicine Physician · Specialist · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Wilmington, NC
- NPI 1518976026
- MIPS 88.4 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs on file
- Licensed in 4 states
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2716 Ashton Dr
Wilmington, NC 284122489
(910) 332-3800
fax (910) 332-3850
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 20, 2022
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208VP0000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (4)
- North Carolina #2017-00989 · California #A88641 · South Carolina #MMD.37031.MD · Alaska #6517
- Medicaid (3)
- SC #AA0035 · NC #1518926026 · AK #MD9409
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518976026. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,132
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$283,284
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 2,180 | 149 | $0 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 2,044 | 257 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 329 | 175 | $87 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 292 | 155 | $123 | |
77002 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement | 261 | 183 | $111 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 207 | 130 | $62 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 162 | 119 | $267 | |
27093 |
Injection of contrast for imaging of hip joint | 89 | 77 | $225 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 85 | 52 | $241 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 75 | 44 | $124 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Wilmington Pain Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 292. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$390
Transactions
17
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 12 | $268.24 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 4 | $106.86 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $14.52 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,247
Patients
286
Total drug cost
$22,427
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 378 | 72 | $6,537 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 154 | 36 | $2,852 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 122 | 21 | $3,397 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 118 | 25 | $2,181 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 103 | 29 | $2,344 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 98 | 24 | $1,401 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 80 | 16 | $1,568 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 44 | 12 | $141 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 37 | 14 | $414 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 35 | 0 | $238 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ruth Anderson's medical specialty?
Dr. Ruth Anderson practices Pain Medicine Physician in Wilmington, NC.
Where does Dr. Ruth Anderson practice?
Dr. Ruth Anderson practices at 2716 Ashton Dr, Wilmington, NC 284122489. Office phone: 9103323800.
What is Dr. Ruth Anderson's NPI?
Dr. Ruth Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518976026, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Ruth Anderson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1100); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.