Stephen Ruhlman, MD
NPI 1679599567 · Rheumatology Physician · Abilene, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Ruhlman, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Abilene, KS (NPI 1679599567).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679599567
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0425629 (KS)
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
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
646 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 601 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 24 | $112 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 21 | $146 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $80–$146 (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 · 71 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 418 | 98 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 362 | 55 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 304 | 59 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 273 | 68 |
| Gabapentin | 250 | 64 |
| Prednisone | 233 | 69 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,530 across 188 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 (3)
- 800 Ravenhill Dr Ste 100&107Atchison, KS 66002-9204Phone: (913) 367-7300Fax: (913) 674-2030
- 200 S Main St Bldg BRussell, KS 67665-2920Phone: (785) 483-3333
- 407 Burkarth Rd Ste 302Warrensburg, MO 64093-3101Phone: (660) 262-7420
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-14
- Last updated
- 2026-05-28
- Certified
- 2026-05-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Ruhlman's NPI number?
- Stephen Ruhlman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679599567, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Ruhlman's specialty?
- Stephen Ruhlman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Ruhlman located?
- Stephen Ruhlman's practice location on file with NPPES is 511 Ne 10th St, Abilene, KS 67410-2153.
- What is Stephen Ruhlman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Ruhlman is (785) 263-4131.
- Does Stephen Ruhlman accept Medicare?
- Stephen Ruhlman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Ruhlman's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Ruhlman's NPI (1679599567) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.