Paul Ruh, MD
NPI 1578670832 · Gastroenterology Physician · Eau Claire, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Ruh, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Eau Claire, WI (NPI 1578670832).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578670832
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 38385 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
662 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 158 | $5 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 142 | $229 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 102 | $71 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 60 | $125 |
| Balloon Dilation of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope, Less Than 3.0 Cm43249 | 40 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 120 | 116 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 86 | 85 |
| Omeprazole | 71 | 24 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 61 | 60 |
| Sucralfate | 42 | — |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 31 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$300 across 9 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
- 2006-08-24
- Last updated
- 2024-05-24
- Certified
- 2024-05-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Ruh's NPI number?
- Paul Ruh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578670832, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Ruh's specialty?
- Paul Ruh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Ruh located?
- Paul Ruh's practice location on file with NPPES is 4109 Oakwood Hills Parkway, Eau Claire, WI 54701-8888.
- What is Paul Ruh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Ruh is (715) 552-7303.
- Does Paul Ruh accept Medicare?
- Paul Ruh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Ruh's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Ruh's NPI (1578670832) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.