Ruth Cholhan, MD
NPI 1447291653 · Rheumatology Physician · Englewood, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ruth Cholhan, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Englewood, NJ (NPI 1447291653).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447291653
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
910 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 351 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 302 | $139 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 83 | $147 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 45 | $182 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 41 | $99 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 231 | 70 |
| Leflunomide | 131 | 32 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 117 | 39 |
| Prednisone | 107 | 34 |
| Allopurinol | 38 | 11 |
| Tofacitinib Citratebrand: Xeljanz Xr | 37 | — |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,916 across 96 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
- 2006-06-09
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ruth Cholhan's NPI number?
- Ruth Cholhan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447291653, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ruth Cholhan's specialty?
- Ruth Cholhan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ruth Cholhan located?
- Ruth Cholhan's practice location on file with NPPES is 285 Engle St, Englewood, NJ 07631-2406.
- What is Ruth Cholhan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ruth Cholhan is (201) 871-0223.
- Does Ruth Cholhan accept Medicare?
- Ruth Cholhan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ruth Cholhan's NPI active?
- Yes — Ruth Cholhan's NPI (1447291653) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.