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Dr. Richard Rucker, MD

Dr. Richard Rucker, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Rucker, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Los Alamitos, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center and Los Alamitos Medical Center.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

3801 Katella Ave Ste 430 Los Alamitos, CA 90720

Make an Appointment

(562) 596-2246

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rucker specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Rucker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rucker

3.7

9 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
33%
33%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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J. Gates – Feb 20, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa Burke – Mar 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Aug 24, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Long Beach, CA – Jan 24, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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marl005 in Los Alamitos, CA – Sep 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Rucker, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Los Alamitos, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Critical Care Medicine
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Internal Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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More than three years ago
Medical Board of California

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Locations

Practice

Office3801 Katella Ave Ste 430 Los Alamitos, CA 90720
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Practice

Unavail10931 Cherry St Ste 300 Los Alamitos, CA 90720
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center

    2801 Atlantic Ave
    Long Beach, CA 90806
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Los Alamitos Medical Center

    3751 Katella Ave
    Los Alamitos, CA 90720

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    67%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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