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Dr. Ronald C. Rubenstein, MD, PHD is a pediatric allergist and immunologist in Saint Louis, MO specializing in pediatric allergy & immunology, pediatric pulmonology and general pediatrics. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. Dr. Ronald C. Rubenstein, MD, PHD is affiliated with WashU Medicine, St. Louis Children's Hospital, BJC HealthCare and WashU Medicine.
Lung Issues
Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body's tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.
COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.
Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.
Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.
Dr. Ronald C. Rubenstein, MD, PHD graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. He completed residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). He is certified by the Board Certification: Pulmonology-Pediatric and has a state license in Missouri.
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
Residency: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
Board Certification: Board Certification: Pulmonology-Pediatric
Licensed In: Missouri
Dr. Ronald C. Rubenstein, MD, PHD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Ronald C. Rubenstein, MD, PHD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Flexcare, MultiPlan, MHBP, United Healthcare Select Plus, United Healthcare Select, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, Great-West Healthcare Open Access, United Healthcare EPO, United Healthcare Choice Plus, United Healthcare Choice, Blue Choice, Aetna QPOS, Great-West Healthcare POS, Great-West Healthcare PPO, Health Alliance HMO, Aetna Open Access HMO, Great-West Healthcare HMO, Rockport Healthcare Group, Hannibal Regional PHO, Aetna Medicare HMO, TRICARE, Decatur Memorial Hospital, Coventry, Anthem, Best Doctors, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Aetna Select, Aetna Choice POS, Aetna HMO, CIGNA Open Access POS, Aetna US Access, CIGNA Open Access Plus HMO, Aetna National Advantage Program, Coventry HMO, CIGNA Network, CIGNA PPO, MO HealthNet, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, CorVel, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, Aetna Open Access Managed Choice, Aetna Open Access Elect Choice, Aetna Choice POS II, AARP, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, Blue Cross Blue Shield Missouri - Regular or Traditional, CoxHealth, Coventry PPO, Coventry National Network PPO, USA Managed Care Organization, Health Alliance POS, Health Alliance PPO, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Navigate, Medicare, Medicaid, Quality Health Management, Humana, Cigna, Molina Healthcare, First Health, HealthLink PPO, Beech Street, HealthLink POS, HealthLink Open Access, HealthLink HMO, Aetna Elect Choice, HFN, United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Community Partners Health Plans, CIGNA Open Access Plus POS, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, CIGNA Network Open Access, CIGNA PPO Plus, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Care Management Resources (CMR), Mercy Health Springfield Communities, Aetna Affordable Health Choice PPO, Advantra Option 1 HMO/POS (Aetna Medicare), Union Pacific Railroad Employee Health System, Freedom Plus PPO-Missouri (Aetna Medicare), Aetna CVS Health (MO Marketplace Exchange), Freedom PPO-Missouri (Aetna Medicare), Aetna Open Choice (PPO), Aetna Medicare Open Access POS, Health Alliance Medicare POS, Kansas Advantra Freedom PPO (Aetna Medicare), VA HealthCare Choice Program, BJC Center of Excellence - Consociate Health, Verify Insurance Acceptance With Practice, Illinois Department of Public Aid (IDPA/HFS), Advantra Silver HMO (Aetna Medicare), Advantra PPO (Aetna Medicare), Essence Advantage HMO, Meridian (Illinois Department of Public Aid), Health Alliance (IL Marketplace Exchange), HealthScope Benefits, Inn (Orscheln Industries Health Plan), Gold Advantage (Aetna Medicare), Aetna Health Network, Essence Advantage Select HMO, Advantra Complete PPO Illinois (Aetna Medicare), Aetna Health Network Option, BJC HealthSolutions, Aetna Medicare Open Access HMO, Health Alliance Medicare HMO, Advantra Option 2 HMO (Aetna Medicare), Essence Advantage Plus HMO and Gold Dual Core HMO Missouri (Aetna Medicare).
According to our sources, Dr. Ronald C. Rubenstein, MD, PHD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Ronald C. Rubenstein, MD, PHD has an average of 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Ronald C. Rubenstein, MD, PHD from all over the web to help you find the right in Saint Louis, MO.
This doctor is the very worst when it comes to interpersonal relations and also medical competence. We had a terrible experience with him when our son was admitted to Children's hospital with acute respiratory distress. His first mistake (despite our concerns) was discharging him after only one night breathing on his own without oxygen and with O2 SATs still around 90. This resulted in yet another rush to the emergency room and a second admit a day later. Second time around he went in the opposite direction and when our son was finally doing much better he fixated on his weight. Our son was low weight at 5th percentile but only because he had been in hospital and hadn't been eating well. He always gained the weight back much faster at home but instead of listening to us he told us they would keep our child in hospital for another 2 weeks or as long as it took for him to gain weight. He was advocating for putting in a nasogastric tube for a kid that was recovering well and eating on his own. It was absolutely crazy and caused us a lot of stress when we were already beside ourselves with worry for our son. His manner was rude and uncaring. It was obvious he had a huge ego and privately several nurses confided to us that he was a nightmare to work with. He then prescribed a reflux related drug for my son without consulting us first. He insisted our son had reflux despite our repeated assertions that he did not. Our son later underwent extensive testing to check for reflux and it was confirmed that he did not have any, nor has he ever had reflux since that time. Two days after he told us our now recovered child would have to stay in hospital for another two to three weeks Dr. Rubenstein thankfully went home for the weekend. The resident doctors came to check on our son and we told them everything Dr. Rubenstein had said. They immediately agreed that none of this was necessary and discharged our son from the hospital. We went through all this stress and heartache because Dr. Rubenstein made the mistake of discharging our son too early the first time and then took out his guilt or embarrassment on us and our child. I will never forget the pain he caused us and the only reason we didn't complain at the time or sue this man was because our son was admitted to hospital many times per year and we were afraid that his life could be placed in the hands of this doctor once again. The doctors and nurses at CHOP are generally excellent and we are so grateful to them for their repeated care of our son over the years. However, I would avoid this heartless man (and incompetent doctor) at all costs.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ronald C. Rubenstein, MD, PHD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Ronald C. Rubenstein, MD, PHD has received 129 research payments totaling $1,668,071.
Dr. Ronald Rubenstein's medical specialty is pediatric allergy & immunology, pediatric pulmonology, and general pediatrics. Dr. Rubenstein's education and training includes medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). Clinical interests for Dr. Rubenstein include cystic fibrosis (CF). He is affiliated with St. Louis Children's Hospital, WashU Medicine, and Barnes-Jewish Hospital. BJC HealthCare reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Saint Louis, MO.
