Summary

Dr. Brian Ruggle is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients for 14 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency at Duluth Family Practice Center. Dr. Ruggle provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages, focusing on preventive health and ongoing medical management. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Ruggle practices at Essentia Health-West Duluth Clinic in Duluth, Minnesota, and maintains an affiliation with Stormont Vail Health. His expertise includes treating depression across different age groups, from children and teens to adults. He also specializes in managing depression relapse and recurrence, helping patients maintain their mental health over time. Patients rate Dr. Ruggle 3.7 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 14 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Duluth Family Practice Center
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Essentia Health-West Duluth Clinic

4212 Grand AveDuluth, MN 55807
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Brian Ruggle

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicare
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Itasca Medical Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Brian Ruggle has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Brian Ruggle has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Hot Flashes
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Menopause
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Brian Ruggle holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Duluth Family Practice Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa in 2012.

NPI Number

Brian Ruggle's NPI number is 1437419603.

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Brian Ruggle speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Brian Ruggle affiliated with?
Brian Ruggle is affiliated with Stormont Vail Health.
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