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Dr. Ruthie May Chua, MD

Rheumatology* Age 42
Dr. Ruthie May Chua, MD
4.4 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. Ruthie May Chua, MD is a Rheumatologist in Mount Vernon, WA.
Dr. Ruthie May Chua, MD
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Dr. Ruthie May Chua, MD

Rheumatology* Age 42
Mount Vernon, WA
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Ruthie May Chua, MD is a Rheumatologist in Mount Vernon, WA.

About

Dr. Chua graduated from Cebu Institute of Medicine in 2007 and completed a residency at Sound Shore Medical Center of Westchester.Dr. Ruthie May Chua, MD is a Rheumatologist in Mount Vernon, WA and has 17 years experience. Dr. Chua currently practices at Skagit Regional Health and are affiliated with Cascade Valley Hospital, Skagit Valley Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital. Dr. Chua has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Limb Pain and Fibromyalgia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Chua received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Chua's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Chua also speaks Filipino. Dr. Chua is board certified in Rheumatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Fibromyalgia
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Fibromyalgia
Chronic Pain
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis
Low Back Pain
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Bursitis
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Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Dermatomyositis
Gout
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Lupus
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Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylitis
Temporal Arteritis
Vasculitis
Steroid Injection
Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Administrative Physical
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Amyloidosis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Anxiety
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Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Neck
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Back Pain
Behçet's Disease
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bunion
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Chest Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Churg-Strauss Syndrome
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Cryoglobulinemia
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fever
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Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Goodpasture's Disease
Granulomatosis
Guttate Psoriasis
Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hernia
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Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hidradenitis
Hypercalcemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Infective Arthritis
Insomnia
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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Itchy Skin
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Myositis
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Nausea
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Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Palindromic Rheumatism
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Polymyositis
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Post-Viral Disorder
Proteinuria
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Restless Leg Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoid Arthropathy
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Still's Disease
Symptomatic Menopause
Systemic Vasculitis
Tension Headache
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Tremor
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Trigger Finger
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Varicose Eczema
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Bone Density Scan
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Joint Injection
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal

Insurance Accepted

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  • LocalPlus
    Cigna PPO
    Cigna
    Open Access Plus
  • Blue High Performance Network
  • Choice POS
    National POS
  • First Choice Health PPO
  • Coop Core
  • Heritage
    Heritage Prime HMO
    Heritage Signature
  • Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate POS
    Navigate HMO
  • Preferred Provider Network - WA PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Skagit Regional Health
    2320 Freeway Dr, Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chua
4.4
Based on 8 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (1)

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Dec 08, 2022
She was a excellent doctor while she was in Maine, sorry to see her leave for the west coast!
Leo — Dec 08, 2022
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Filipino
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Rheumatology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Cebu Institute of Medicine
    2007
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Rheumatology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Sound Shore Medical Center of Westchester
    2011
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Sound Shore Medical Center of Westchester
    2013
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Dartmouth-Hitchcock Med Cntr
    2015
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Chua frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Limb Pain and Fibromyalgia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ruthie May Chua, MD is affiliated with Cascade Valley Hospital, Skagit Valley Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Ruthie May Chua, MD holds board certification in Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Cascade Valley Hospital

    330 S Stillaguamish Ave, Arlington, WA

  • Skagit Valley Hospital

    1415 E Kincaid St, Mount Vernon, WA

  • St. Joseph Hospital

    360 Broadway, Bangor, ME