Rukisha Hodge, MSN, RN, PMHNP

Rukisha Hodge, MSN, RN, PMHNP

Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
NY
4.32
“Dr. Rukisha was wonderful. I felt like she really listened to my concerns and wanted to genuinely help me. ”
Sara C.January 6, 2026
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More patients return than other providers in the area
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.32

Average wait time

4.17

Bedside manner

4.38
“Dr. Rukisha was wonderful. I felt like she really listened to my concerns and wanted to genuinely help me. ”
Sara C.January 6, 2026Video visit
“Dr. Hodge is a fantastic listener. She asks all the appropriate questions to make sure she fully understands your situation before making a suggestion for treatment. I happen to be a particularly difficult case because many medications just don't have an effect on me, and Dr. Hodge has not given up finding alternatives. She's also very open to your opinions for treatment and making sure you're comfortable with it. I wouldn't recommend anyone else.”
Marcello C.September 24, 2025Video visit

About Rukisha Hodge

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Mental Illness
Mood Swings
Prescription / Refill
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist Consultation
Addiction Follow Up
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Mental Illness

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • New York University, Master's in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing

NPI number

1437770989

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.32
Wait time
4.17
Bedside manner
4.38
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I booked an appointment because I needed medication for anxiety. No one contacted me, and the doctor never showed up.
Video visit
No instruction given regarding visit. I had to reach out personally to request the intake information and reschedule
Video visit
Dr. Rukisha was wonderful. I felt like she really listened to my concerns and wanted to genuinely help me.
Verified patientVideo visit
The office or doctor didn't call me , I was waiting 3 pm to 4 pm .no phone call .she didn't see me .
Verified patientVideo visit
Great communicator and listener! Made me feel welcome and heard.
Verified patientVideo visit
Rukisha made me feel comfortable in opening up about something super personal and allow me the space to be honest.
Verified patientVideo visit
Excellent, professional, and knowledgeable. Kind and an amazing listener. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
Verified patientVideo visit
it was very nice! she listened to me and was able to give me her perspective of what my situation was like.
Verified patientVideo visit
I had a great experience with Dr. Hodge, and the admin Sharla was incredibly helpful
Verified patientVideo visit
It was a very good experience. The process was easy and stress free. Also very convenient.
Video visit
Very positive and helpful experience, and I felt comfortable with her.
Verified patientVideo visit
She made me feel comfortable. She was great listener and asked the right questions!
Verified patientVideo visit
I will talk with her again she is kind and understanding of my situation
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She listened to me and all my concerns. Can’t wait to see her again. Would recommended. 10/10
Verified patientVideo visit
She’s amazing. Very thoughtful and great listener. I was very impressed.
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She is very kind and warm.. if you have questions she will answer them without rush
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Great listener, thorough, excellent bedside manner, sensitive and professional.
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Amazing listener and very empathetic really knew how to make me feel comfortable??
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I book an appointment and never even received a call
Verified patientVideo visit
I was very nervous but it was honestly a wonderful experience
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She is an excellent listener and I highly recommend her!
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Great doctors, staff, and care. I definitely recommend!!
Verified patientVideo visit
Amazing service, I’m so lucky to have Rukisha as my Dr :)
Verified patientVideo visit
Fabulous provider, highly attentive, caring and helpful.
Verified patientVideo visit
Horrible experience I never received a link to even see the doctor. I called the office and they got back to me hours later and said there scheduling system isn't in sync with zocdoc. The whole app is horrible. Had this happen with 3 different doctors over three days. Don't waste your time !
Verified patientVideo visit
They cancel appointments last minute
Verified patientVideo visit
They take the appointment, and never actually see you!!! What kind of doctor makes fake appointments? She should be reported.
Video visit
Vist never happened
Verified patientVideo visit
She’s the best!
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She never showed up i waited half an hr waiting online I attempted to call the office many times times and Noone picked up nor answered this place is hugely unprofessiona l worst place ever I found a new place never ever again delete my file . I reported them to the state this is discusting
Verified patientVideo visit
I spoke to someone on the phone prior to the appointment confirming said appointment. The time for the appointment came and went, I received no link to enter the appointment. I emailed, texted, and called the office. Finally someone answered the same number I confirmed the appointment with, and they had no record of my appointment or my intake forms, insurance, anything. I asked if I could reschedule the appointment, and the administrator said verbatim, “it’s just that I have no idea what’s going on, so, I’m going to call you back.” And hung up on me. I have yet to get a call back (it’s been over 24 hours)
Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Hodge is a fantastic listener. She asks all the appropriate questions to make sure she fully understands your situation before making a suggestion for treatment. I happen to be a particularly difficult case because many medications just don't have an effect on me, and Dr. Hodge has not given up finding alternatives. She's also very open to your opinions for treatment and making sure you're comfortable with it. I wouldn't recommend anyone else.
Verified patientVideo visit
They didn’t even knew about the appointment
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Doctor is fully available on Zocdoc but then switch to a different doctor after the fact. After requires tests they administer that insurance doesn’t cover.
Video visit
Would like to get my meds figured out
Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Rukisha Hodge is an extremely intelligent and professional psychiatrist. I've been to so many others for years, and all they do is just make me try every single SSRI or SNRI available, or add antipsychotics to them when I say it's not working. And all I have is severe social anxiety. Dr. Hodge was the only one who suggested a gene test to narrow down the options that would work best for me, and when they don't she tries a new approach, not just a different medication of the same category. Great listener, easy to talk to, and determined to fix your issues.
Video visit
Never even had the curtesy in sending me a link
Verified patientVideo visit
Good
Verified patientVideo visit
I didn't get to meet with her because she's NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS despite zocdoc saying she was. The practice reached out to me and paired me with someone else, but I was pretty disappointed since I chose this provider specifically based on reviews
Verified patientVideo visit
I had a great experience with Raquisha , she listened to me and also gave me feedback. I’m looking forward to our next session
Verified patientVideo visit
The doctor had open 3 open spots 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. The moment I booked I received a called from her office saying she had no available appts that is was a mistake on behalf of Zocdoc and that they had made Zocdoc aware of this and still wasn’t fixed. Then I was asked if I wanted to see another provider that was available. I was under the impression they just use that specific doctors name because of her rating to have pote rial patient book and then come and just oss them along to another provider. Zocdoc should really look into this. Because it seems to be This is something that happens very often when booking visits with certain doctors.
Verified patientVideo visit
I've made 2 appts with this practitioner and both times i joined the link that was sent to me at the scheduled time and she was a no show. Tried calling the office and texting and was not able to reach anyone. Very disappointed. Extremely unprofessional
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They never called
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Great job
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Very friendly and informative professional.
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My whole experience was pleasant. This was my first time seeking help and she made me feel completely at ease! I am so happy I found her.
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Awesome
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My appointment with Rukisha Hodge was great! She really took the time to understand my issues and get an understanding of my history. She was very kind and friendly. I felt that she asked appropriate questions and really took the time to listen to me. She went over treatment options, possible side effects, and next steps. I feel confident in the care I received and am relieved to have found Rukisha Hodge.
Video visit
I will never refer this office. I was contacted by the office via text on multiple occasions regarding insurance. They never confirmed that my insurance was verified and told me about a large copay even though I messaged them multiple times with my new insurance details. I contacted them 20 minutes prior to the appointment time to see if we had to reschedule since I received no information for meeting with the doctor virtually and they mentioned to me 2 minutes before my appointment time that I had to reschedule because the insurance team is still verifying my insurance. I made the appointment the prior morning, which should have given the insurance team more than enough time to verify insurance. Communication with this office is horrendous and only after cancelling my appointment was I told that the doctor had an emergency today and couldn’t see any patients. Zero out of ten!
Verified patientVideo visit
I’ve make 2 appts already and the doctor didn’t show up for both of them. Now I have to find a new doctor to stay all over with.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Rukisha Hodge?

Rukisha Hodge frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Mental Illness, Prescription / Refill, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Rukisha Hodge on their profile.

What languages does Rukisha Hodge speak?

Rukisha Hodge speaks English.

How do patients rate Rukisha Hodge in reviews?

240 patients have reviewed Rukisha Hodge. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.32/5. They have a 4.38/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.17/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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