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Dr. Scott Ruhlman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 47
Dr. Scott Ruhlman, MD
3.9 (49 Ratings)
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Dr. Scott Ruhlman, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Scott Ruhlman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 47
Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
Dr. Scott Ruhlman, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA.

About

Dr. Ruhlman graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Scott Ruhlman, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA. Dr. Ruhlman currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UW Medical Center-Montlake and Swedish First Hill Campus. Dr. Ruhlman has experience treating conditions like Wrist Fracture, Joint Pain and Fracture of Hand and Fingers among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ruhlman received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 49 times. Dr. Ruhlman's office accepts new patients. Dr. Ruhlman is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Wrist Fracture
Joint Pain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Wrist Fracture
Joint Pain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Wrist Fracture
Joint Pain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Broken Arm
Knee Sprain
Steroid Injection
AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Clavicle Fracture
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Sprain
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Sprain or Strain
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
De Quervain's Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Neuroplasty
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Trigger Finger Release
Wrist Replacement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bunion
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Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Hip Pointer
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lupus
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Medial Epicondylitis
Morton's Neuroma
Muscle Cramping
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spine Deformities
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Wrist Osteophyte
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Achilles Tenotomy
Biceps Tendon Repair
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Ulnar Nerve Transposition

Insurance Accepted

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  • Heritage and Heritage Plus 1 PPO
    Heritage Prime HMO
    Heritage Signature
  • Blue High Performance Network
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • First Choice Health PPO
  • Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    WA AWH Puget Sound POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Preferred Provider Network - WA PPO
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
  • Options PPO
    Navigate POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Choice Plus POS
    Medica Choice
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Locations

  1. 1 Seattle Orthopedic Surgery Center
    2409 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 633-8100
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Sunday
    08:30 - 17:00
  2. 2 Office
    5350 Tallman Ave NW Ste 500, Seattle, WA 98107
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 784-8833
  3. 3 Northwest Hospital
    1550 N 115th St, Seattle, WA 98133
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (877) 694-4677

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ruhlman
3.9
Based on 49 Reviews
5 Stars (34)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (3)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (10)

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Oct 10, 2024
Dr. Ruhlman takes his time with me, listens, and answers my questions. he is willing to give his opinion, not just tell me my options and leave decisions to me alone. He makes a patient feel as though they are working together.
— Oct 10, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Scott Ruhlman, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ruhlman's profile.

Dr. Ruhlman frequently treats the following conditions: Wrist Fracture, Joint Pain and Fracture of Hand and Fingers. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Scott Ruhlman, MD is affiliated with UW Medical Center-Montlake and Swedish First Hill Campus.

Yes, Dr. Scott Ruhlman, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UW Medical Center-Montlake

    1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA

  • Swedish First Hill Campus

    747 Broadway, Seattle, WA