2026 NPPES data Diagnostic Radiology Physician NPI 1841388089 MD
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GARREN RUGGABER, MD

Diagnostic Radiology Physician in GRAND FORKS, North Dakota. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
12
Medicare Part D claims · Diagnostic Radiology Physician avg: 63

What the federal data shows

GARREN RUGGABER, MD filed 12 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Diagnostic Radiology Physician in GRAND FORKS, North Dakota.

12
Part D claims, 2023

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GARREN RUGGABER, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

12 0th percentile higher than 0% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

GARREN RUGGABER, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about GARREN RUGGABER, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/11/2006

NPI 1841388089

Primary specialty

Diagnostic Radiology Physician

Mid-sized

39,474 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

12 81% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 63

Specialty distribution in North Dakota

How Diagnostic Radiology Physician compares to other specialties among North Dakota providers

North Dakota providers

Diagnostic Radiology Physician share within North Dakota

1. Diagnostic Radiology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Diagnostic Radiology Physician share within North Dakota

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Diagnostic Radiology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Diagnostic Radiology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Diagnostic Radiology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Diagnostic Radiology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

GARREN RUGGABER, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 1191 S COLUMBIA RD, GRAND FORKS, ND, 58201, with a listed phone of (651) 292-2009. NPI 1841388089 was issued on 10/11/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what RUGGABER most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 12 prescription claims written by this provider, covering N/A Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $367 in drug spend. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Diagnostic Radiology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 39,474 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 63 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

1191 S COLUMBIA RD
GRAND FORKS, ND 58201

Provider Details

NPI 1841388089
Specialty Diagnostic Radiology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/11/2006

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

12
Total Claims
$367
Total Drug Cost
N/A
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
24
Total Day Supply
720
Brand Drug Cost
$0
Generic Drug Cost
$367

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.33

Diagnostic Radiology Physician Overview

How GARREN RUGGABER, MD fits within the Diagnostic Radiology Physician landscape nationally.

39,474
Diagnostic Radiology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Diagnostic Radiology Physician
63
Avg Claims per Provider

GARREN RUGGABER, MD's 12 claims are below the specialty average of 63.

Nearby Diagnostic Radiology Physician Providers in North Dakota

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Dakota, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as RUGGABER.

Compare Diagnostic Radiology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GARREN RUGGABER, MD's specialty?
GARREN RUGGABER, MD specializes in Diagnostic Radiology Physician and practices in GRAND FORKS, North Dakota. Credentials: MD.
How much does GARREN RUGGABER, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, GARREN RUGGABER, MD wrote 12 Medicare Part D claims totaling $367 in drug costs for N/A beneficiaries.
Where is GARREN RUGGABER, MD located?
GARREN RUGGABER, MD is located at 1191 S COLUMBIA RD, GRAND FORKS, ND, 58201. Phone: (651) 292-2009.
What is GARREN RUGGABER, MD's NPI number?
GARREN RUGGABER, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841388089, issued on 10/11/2006.
How many Diagnostic Radiology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 39,474 Diagnostic Radiology Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider writes 63 Medicare Part D claims per year.
Does GARREN RUGGABER, MD accept Medicare?
GARREN RUGGABER, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 12 Part D claims and N/A Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify GARREN RUGGABER, MD's credentials?
GARREN RUGGABER, MD's NPI is 1841388089 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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