Miriam Hospital
164 Summit Ave, 
Providence, RI 

Overview

Barbara Ruf is a Geriatrics provider in Providence, Rhode Island. Her top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Schizoaffective Disorder.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Geriatrics

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in RI

Hospital Affiliations

The Miriam Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
MetLife
  • PPO
Neighborhood
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Miriam Hospital
164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI 02906

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Barbara Ruf

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Barbara Ruf?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Barbara Ruf by calling their office at 401-793-4301. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Barbara Ruf a top-rated expert for Major Depression?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Barbara Ruf is classified as an Experienced expert for Major Depression, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Barbara Ruf specialize in?

While Dr. Barbara Ruf is a Geriatrics, they have specific expertise in Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Geriatrics.

Does Dr. Barbara Ruf participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Barbara Ruf has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Major Depression. You can view a list of Dr. Barbara Ruf's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Barbara Ruf accept my insurance?

Dr. Barbara Ruf accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 401-793-4301 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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