AMANDA CARRIE RUFFIN PA
NPI 1679137046
Physician Assistant in Ann Arbor, MI

NPI Status: Active since April 30, 2019

Contact Information

1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI
ZIP 48109
Phone: (734) 936-4000

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 7
  • Physician Assistant
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About AMANDA RUFFIN

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Amanda Ruffin, a primary care provider established in Ann Arbor, Michigan with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant and more than 7 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1679137046 assigned on April 2019. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363A00000X with license number 5601009554 (MI). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 3 years ago.

NPI
1679137046
Provider Name
AMANDA CARRIE RUFFIN PA
Other Name
AMANDA CARRIE HIGGINS PA
Other Name Type
Former Name (1)
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
Location Phone
(734) 936-4000
Mailing Address
3621 S STATE ST ANN ARBOR, MI 48108
Mailing Phone
(734) 647-5299
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
2019
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
04-30-2019
Last Update Date
10-27-2022
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A primary care provider (PCP) like Amanda Ruffin sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Physician Assistant

Taxonomy Code
363A00000X
Type
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
License No.
5601009554
License State
MI
Taxonomy Description
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Bronze Extra - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Bronze Saver HSA - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Bronze Secure - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Gold - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Gold Extra - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Silver - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Silver Extra - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Silver Saver - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Value - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Select HMO Bronze Extra - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Select HMO Bronze Saver HSA - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Select HMO Bronze Secure - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Select HMO Silver - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Select HMO Silver Extra - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Select HMO Silver Saver - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Select HMO Value - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Extra - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze HSA - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Secure - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Gold - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Gold Extra - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver Extra - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver Saver HSA - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Value - PPO
  • Gold 1 - HMO
  • Gold 1 with Adult Vision Services - HMO
  • Gold 8 - HMO
  • Silver 1 - HMO
  • Silver 1 with Adult Vision Services - HMO
  • Silver 12 with First 4 Primary Care Visits Free - HMO
  • Silver 8 - HMO
  • MyPriority Balanced Silver - HMO
  • MyPriority Premier Silver - HMO
  • MyPriority Standard Bronze - HMO
  • MyPriority Standard Bronze - Travel - HMO
  • MyPriority Standard Gold - HMO
  • MyPriority Standard Silver - HMO
  • MyPriority Standard Silver - Travel - HMO
  • MyPriority Value Bronze - HMO
  • MyPriority Value Bronze HSA - HMO

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Amanda Ruffin is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Amanda Ruffin is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 8224368741

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20190926001455

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance

This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.

This service was performed 48 times for 46 patients

Drainage of fluid collection of abdominal cavity by tube using imaging guidance

This procedure involves the removal of excess fluid from the abdominal cavity using a tube. Imaging guidance, such as ultrasound or CT scan, is used to accurately place the tube and ensure the fluid is safely drained. This can help relieve discomfort and pressure.

This service was performed 16 times for 16 patients

Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance

This procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.

This service was performed 71 times for 39 patients

Drainage of fluid from chest cavity with insertion of indwelling tube using imaging guidance

This procedure involves removing fluid from your chest cavity, which is the space around your lungs. A small tube is inserted, under image guidance, to drain the fluid. This tube stays in place to prevent fluid buildup, aiding in your breathing and comfort.

This service was performed 14 times for 13 patients

Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, each additional growth

A fine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is used to collect cells from a growth. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. If there's more than one growth, each one is biopsied separately.

This service was performed 13 times for 11 patients

Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth

Fine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is inserted into a growth to extract a small sample. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. This sample is then analyzed to determine the nature of the growth.

This service was performed 34 times for 34 patients

Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen

A limited ultrasound scan of the abdomen is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses sound waves to produce images of the abdominal organs such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. This helps to identify any abnormalities or issues.

This service was performed 11 times for 11 patients

Needle biopsy of liver through skin

A needle biopsy of the liver through skin is a procedure where a small tissue sample from your liver is collected using a thin needle. This is done to diagnose liver diseases or conditions. It involves inserting the needle through your skin and into your liver.

This service was performed 21 times for 21 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

This service was performed 42 times for 42 patients

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes

This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.

This service was performed 39 times for 39 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $22.69 for a new patient copayment and $18.09 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 48109 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $90.76
  • Minimum New Patient Price $58.04
  • Maximum New Patient Price $177.36
  • Average New Patient Copayment $22.69
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.51
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $44.34

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213

  • Average Established Patient Price $72.38
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $18.32
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $143.49
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $18.09
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.58
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $35.87

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Amanda Ruffin is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HEALTH SYSTEM1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE, SPC 5474
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 764-1505Acute Care Hospitals

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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation


The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.

Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation.
1679137046
Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit.
26149231408
Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24.
2 + 6 + 1 + 4 + 9 + 2 + 3 + 1 + 4 + 0 + 8 + 24 = 64
Step 3: Subtract the total obtained in step 2 from the next higher number ending in zero, the result is the check digit.
70 - 64 = 66

The NPI number 1679137046 is valid because the calculated check digit 6 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 20 providers are registered at the same or nearby location.

NPI Name / Type Taxonomy Address
1669475836DR. TAMI L. REMINGTON PHARM.D.
Individual
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-5023
1275536401DR. JAMES G STEVENSON PHARMD
Individual
Pharmacist1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 647-7794
1508864315DR. SALLY K GUTHRIE PHARM.D.
Individual
Pharmacist (Psychiatric)1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 647-2350
1871586719DR. KARLA AURORA BLACKWOOD MD
Individual
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR B1 FLOOR UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL RECP EMERGENCY
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 996-4747
1871586479 DEBORAH LOUISE VIHER NP
Individual
Nurse Practitioner1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 3RD FLOOR TAUBMAN CENTER RECP D
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 647-5944
1265420228MS. DEBRA BANCROFT RIZZO F.N.P.-C
Individual
Nurse Practitioner1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 3RD TAUBMAN CENTER RECP A
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 647-5900
1104809623DR. ELIZABETH KATHERINE SPELIOTES MD PHD
Individual
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 3RD FLOOR TAUBMAN CENTER RECP D
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 647-5944
1114903549DR. ROBERT ADAM LIOTTA M.D.
Individual
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR B1 FLOOR UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL RECP C
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-4566
1114998580 LISA A HARRIS SPINNER CRNA
Individual
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 1ST FLOOR TAUBMAN CENTER RECP E
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 763-6295
1801863741 SHANNON LEE MITCHELL CRNA
Individual
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 1H247 UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-4280
1841267788 CHRISTINA BUSH CRNA
Individual
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-4280
1922076215 MARLENA STANKIEWICZ CRNA
Individual
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 1H247 UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-4280
1497724835 DENISE R BAUER N.P.
Individual
Nurse Practitioner1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 7TH FLOOR MOTT RM F7830
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 763-7354
1972564458MRS. CARRIE LEE LINT RN ACNP
Individual
Nurse Practitioner1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 2ND FLOOR TAUBMAN CENTER RECP G
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-7010
1851353932MRS. TAMARA MANGAN GHORMLEY NP
Individual
Nurse Practitioner (Family)1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR B1 FLOOR CANCER CTR RECP C
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-6000
1568428951 ELENA MARTINEZ STOFFEL MD MPH
Individual
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 3RD FLOOR TAUBMAN CENTER RECP D
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 647-5944
1639137110DR. DAVID J BROWN M.D.
Individual
Otolaryngology1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 2ND FLOOR TAUBMAN CTR RECP G
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-5730
1114972742 KEITH GINGERICH CRNA
Individual
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-4280
1922053818MRS. DANIELLE JEANETTE BOZAAN NP
Individual
Nurse Practitioner1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR 2ND FLOOR TAUBMAN CTR RECP G
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-7010
1720034986 MARK YAT-FUNG CHIANG MD
Individual
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR B1 FLOOR CANCER RECP B
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
(734) 936-6000

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1679137046, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on April 30, 2019

The provider is located at 1500 E Medical Center Dr Ann Arbor, Mi 48109 and the phone number is (734) 936-4000

The provider's speciality is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X

The provider has more than 7 years of experience.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to make sure your health plan is currently accepted.

Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary the provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

Medicare beneficiaries should expect a typical cost of $90.76 with an average copayment of $22.69 for new patient appointments. Established patients should expect a typical charge of $72.38 and an average copayment of 18.09. Please review your insurance plan or contact the provider directly to determine your specific costs.

The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance, Drainage of fluid collection of abdominal cavity by tube using imaging guidance, Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance, Drainage of fluid from chest cavity with insertion of indwelling tube using imaging guidance, Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, each additional growth, Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth, Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen, Needle biopsy of liver through skin, Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement and Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes.

The practitioner is affiliated to the following hospital(s): UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HEALTH SYSTEM. Hospital affiliations are identified through self-reporting data and service claims based on the place of service.

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