Physician Profile

Ruth A. Zent, MD

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About Dr. Zent

Ruth A. Zent, MD is a healthcare provider in Kotzebue, AK specializing in family medicine. Ruth trained at Indiana University School of Medicine, graduating in 1989.

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Education & Training

Specialty

Family Medicine (Primary)

Credentials & Licensing

AK license2937
NPI1962430306
NPI issued06/28/2006

License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.

Medicare information

Accepts Medicare assignmentYes
Telehealth reported to CMSYes
Medicare opt-outNo
Can order and refer in MedicareYes

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Common questions

What does Dr. Zent specialize in?

Dr. Zent is a family doctor in Kotzebue, AK. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Family Medicine”.

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Where is Dr. Zent located?

Dr. Zent is listed at 436 5Th Ave & Ted Stevens Way, Kotzebue, AK 99752. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.

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What is Dr. Zent's phone number?

The number on file is (907) 442-7148. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.

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What is Dr. Zent's NPI number?

Dr. Zent's National Provider Identifier is 1962430306. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.

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Where did Dr. Zent go to medical school?

Dr. Zent attended Indiana University School of Medicine, graduating in 1989. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

How long has Dr. Zent been practicing?

Dr. Zent has 37 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1989, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.

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Has Dr. Zent confirmed this information?

Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Zent. If this is you, claiming it is free.

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