Ruth Baldridge, MD
NPI 1558379834 · Family Medicine Physician · Knoxville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ruth Baldridge, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Knoxville, TN (NPI 1558379834).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558379834
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 27037 (TN)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
294 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 49 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 40 | $80 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 36 | $10 |
| 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 | 35 | $15 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 30 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 30 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 29 | 14 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 27 | 13 |
| Lorazepam | 26 | — |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 24 | 12 |
| Omeprazole | 22 | 12 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,383 across 82 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 315 Gill AveKnoxville, TN 37917-7209Phone: (865) 546-7330Fax: (865) 546-6643
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-03
- Last updated
- 2023-11-02
- Certified
- 2023-11-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ruth Baldridge's NPI number?
- Ruth Baldridge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558379834, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ruth Baldridge's specialty?
- Ruth Baldridge is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ruth Baldridge located?
- Ruth Baldridge's practice location on file with NPPES is 7541 Crosswood Blvd Ste 1, Knoxville, TN 37924-3903.
- What is Ruth Baldridge's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ruth Baldridge is (865) 524-1661.
- Does Ruth Baldridge accept Medicare?
- Ruth Baldridge is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ruth Baldridge's NPI active?
- Yes — Ruth Baldridge's NPI (1558379834) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.