Ruthie May Chua, M.D.
NPI 1215208970 · Rheumatology Physician · Mount Vernon, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ruthie May Chua, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Mount Vernon, WA (NPI 1215208970).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215208970
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD20544 (ME)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
774 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 320 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 271 | $96 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 72 | $144 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 51 | $132 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 40 | $169 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 210 | 59 |
| Prednisone | 164 | 72 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 147 | 50 |
| Allopurinol | 64 | 18 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 59 | — |
| Alendronate Sodium | 53 | 16 |
| Leflunomide | 51 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$53 across 3 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-01-25
- Last updated
- 2021-09-21
- Certified
- 2021-09-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ruthie May Chua's NPI number?
- Ruthie May Chua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215208970, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ruthie May Chua's specialty?
- Ruthie May Chua is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ruthie May Chua located?
- Ruthie May Chua's practice location on file with NPPES is 2320 Freeway Dr, Mount Vernon, WA 98273-5445.
- What is Ruthie May Chua's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ruthie May Chua is (360) 428-2550.
- Does Ruthie May Chua accept Medicare?
- Ruthie May Chua is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ruthie May Chua's NPI active?
- Yes — Ruthie May Chua's NPI (1215208970) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.