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Dr. Steve Rucker, MD

Nephrology* Age 68
Dr. Steve Rucker, MD
3.5 (31 Ratings)

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Dr. Steve Rucker, MD is a Nephrologist in New Hyde Park, NY.
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Dr. Steve Rucker, MD

Nephrology* Age 68
New Hyde Park, NY
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41 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Steve Rucker, MD is a Nephrologist in New Hyde Park, NY.

About

Dr. Rucker graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1983 and completed a residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center.Dr. Steve Rucker, MD is a Nephrologist in New Hyde Park, NY and has 41 years experience. Dr. Rucker currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals, North Shore University Hospital and St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center. Dr. Rucker has experience treating conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V, Vitamin D Deficiency and Calcium Metabolism Disorders among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Rucker received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 31 times. Dr. Rucker's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Rucker is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Vitamin D Deficiency
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Vitamin D Deficiency
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Vitamin D Deficiency
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Gout
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Hypercalcemia
Hypertension
Acidosis
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Acute Kidney Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
End-Stage Renal Disease
Hyperkalemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Kidney Stones
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Nephrotic Syndrome
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Proteinuria
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Renal Osteodystrophy
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Acute Glomerulonephritis
Acute Kidney Infection
Alkalosis
Amyloidosis
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Infection
Chronic Nephritic Syndrome
Chronic Tubulo Interstitial Nephritis
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Diabetes Insipidus
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hydronephrosis
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypokalemia
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Kidney Infection
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Small Kidney
Systemic Vasculitis
Ureteral Stones
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
End-Stage Renal Disease Related Services
Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound, Kidney

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Locations

  1. 1 Catholic Health Ambulatory Care at Lake Success
    4 Ohio Dr Ste 200, New Hyde Park, NY 11042
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (516) 775-4545
  2. 2 Steve W. Rucker M.D. PC
    1999 Marcus Ave Ste 216, New Hyde Park, NY 11042
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (516) 775-4545
  3. 3 St. Francis Hospital and Heart Center
    100 Port Washington Blvd, Roslyn, NY 11576
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (516) 390-9640

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rucker
3.5
Based on 31 Reviews
5 Stars (17)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (9)

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Patient Reviews
Aug 21, 2024
Dr. Rucker is the best doctor , clinician and diagnostician. He is thorough, and attentive to his patients. He is empathetic, caring, and puts his patients first. He has been my primary doctor for years and I would trust his opinion before any other specialist. I highly recommend him.
G.Marchesi — Aug 21, 2024
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Specialties*
Nephrology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center
    1984
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center
    1986
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Dr. Rucker frequently treats the following conditions: Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V, Vitamin D Deficiency and Calcium Metabolism Disorders. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Steve Rucker, MD is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals, North Shore University Hospital and St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center.

Yes, Dr. Steve Rucker, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave, New York, NY

  • North Shore University Hospital

    300 Community Dr, Manhasset, NY

  • St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center

    100 Port Washington Blvd, Roslyn, NY