Summary

Dr. Ruel Garcia is a gastroenterologist with 35 years of experience treating digestive system disorders. They earned their medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed residency training at the University of California at San Diego. Dr. Garcia communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Garcia practices at Saint Louise Regional Hospital and sees patients at Unio Specialty Care locations in Mountain View and Los Gatos, California. They specialize in diagnosing and treating colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and abdominal pain. Dr. Garcia performs colonoscopy procedures, lower GI endoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy to examine the digestive tract. Patients rate Dr. Garcia 4.6 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 35 years of experience
  • 69 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of California At San Diego
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Ruel Garcia has 2 locations

Unio Specialty Care - Gastroenterology

2490 Hospital Dr Ste 300Mountain View, CA 94040

Unio Specialty Care - Gastroenterology

15251 National Ave Ste 203Los Gatos, CA 95032

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35 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
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Speaks English
Mountain View , CARedwood City , CARedwood City , CAStanford , CA
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ruel Garcia

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareMore
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - HMO
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ruel Garcia has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ruel Garcia has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Ruel Garcia holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of California At San Diego.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 1992 and University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Garcia's NPI number is 1790789022.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Ruel Garcia affiliated with?
Dr. Ruel Garcia is affiliated with Saint Louise Regional Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruel Garcia?
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What languages does Dr. Ruel Garcia speak?
Dr. Ruel Garcia speaks English.
Is Dr. Ruel Garcia accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Ruel Garcia accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ruel Garcia has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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