Christine Ruehl, M.D.
NPI 1487881611 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christine Ruehl, M.D. is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1487881611).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487881611
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 069434 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
17 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
178 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Count, Hemoglobin85018 | 94 | $2 |
| Cervical Or Vaginal Cancer Screening; Pelvic and Clinical Breast ExaminationG0101 | 50 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 34 | $82 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $2–$82 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 62 | 24 |
| Ibandronate Sodium | 48 | 17 |
| Progesterone, Micronizedbrand: Progesterone | 39 | — |
| Alendronate Sodium | 35 | 11 |
| Medroxyprogesterone Acetate | 27 | — |
| Metronidazole | 15 | 12 |
| Fluconazole | 15 | 13 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$407 across 17 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
- 2009-06-15
- Last updated
- 2025-12-15
- Certified
- 2025-12-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christine Ruehl's NPI number?
- Christine Ruehl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487881611, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christine Ruehl's specialty?
- Christine Ruehl is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christine Ruehl located?
- Christine Ruehl's practice location on file with NPPES is 2300 Manchester Expy Ste B001, Columbus, GA 31904-6877.
- What is Christine Ruehl's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christine Ruehl is (706) 324-4891.
- Does Christine Ruehl accept Medicare?
- Christine Ruehl is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christine Ruehl's NPI active?
- Yes — Christine Ruehl's NPI (1487881611) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.