Summary

Dr. James Ruska is an osteopathic physician specializing in internal medicine and hospital medicine. As a Doctor of Osteopathy, he brings a comprehensive approach to adult healthcare that emphasizes the body's natural ability to heal. His dual focus allows him to provide both outpatient internal medicine care and specialized inpatient hospital treatment for complex medical conditions.

Dr. Ruska practices in Chicago, Illinois, where he treats patients with high blood pressure emergencies and various forms of hypertension, including pediatric cases. He performs diagnostic procedures such as sputum cultures and specialized bacterial cultures to help identify infections. His hospital medicine expertise enables him to care for patients requiring inpatient treatment and coordinate complex medical cases during hospital stays.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Peter Ruska has 2 locations

Dr. James Peter Ruska

5145 N California AveChicago, IL 60625

Swedish Covenant Health

5140 N California AveChicago, IL 60625
Mon10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.3 
26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Polish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Chicago , ILMaywood , ILOak Park , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Peter Ruska

  • Advocate Health Care
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Devoted Health
  • Family Health Network
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Sonder Health Plans
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Peter Ruska has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Peter Ruska has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospital Medicine
  • Hospitalist

Certifications, License, & Education

Dr. James Peter Ruska holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.

NPI Number

Dr. Ruska's NPI number is 1801410022.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. James Ruska accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. James Ruska accepting new patients?
Dr. James Ruska has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. James Ruska accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. James Ruska's office located?
Dr. James Ruska's office is located at 5145 N California Ave, Chicago, IL, 60625.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Ruska?
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