Summary

Dr. Sharon Ruggiero specializes in internal medicine, bringing four decades of experience to patient care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis and completed her residency training at both Hennepin County Medical Center and the University of Hawaii's John A. Burns School of Medicine in internal medicine. Dr. Ruggiero is board certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She provides care in English.

Dr. Ruggiero practices at CentraCare River Campus Clinic Internal Medicine in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, and maintains hospital privileges at CentraCare Saint Cloud Hospital. She focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including both routine hypertension and hypertensive emergencies. Her practice includes coordinating physical therapy services and ordering diagnostic tests such as blood work and spinal imaging when needed for comprehensive patient evaluation. Patients rate Dr. Ruggiero 4.9 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 40 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hennepin County Medical Center Program
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

CentraCare - River Campus Clinic Internal Medicine

1200 6th Ave NSaint Cloud, MN 56303
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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4.9 
40 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin, Spanish Speaks Urdu, Hindi, French, English
Saint Cloud , MNDenver , COSaint Cloud , MNMinneapolis , MN
Med School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn Med School: UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College Med School: Alfaisal University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sharon Ruggiero

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • PreferredOne
  • South Country Health Alliance
  • UCare
  • UCare - HMO
  • UCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sharon Ruggiero has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sharon Ruggiero has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Hennepin County Medical Center Program
Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Internal Medicine; Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

Medical School

University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis MnGraduated in 1986
University of Minnesota Med SchoolGraduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Sharon Ruggiero's office located?
Dr. Sharon Ruggiero's office is located at 1200 6th Ave N, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303.
Is Dr. Sharon Ruggiero accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Sharon Ruggiero speak?
Dr. Sharon Ruggiero speaks English.
Does Dr. Sharon Ruggiero accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Sharon Ruggiero accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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