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Dr. Jorge Cruz, MD
New Orleans, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cruz, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Jorge Cruz, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz’s office at (985) 643-4575.
Where did Dr. Cruz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Central University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cruz speak?
Dr. Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cruz treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Cruz diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Cruz. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
Also known as:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alopecia Areata
- Telogen Effluvium
- Hair Loss
- Alopecia areata
- Patchy hair loss
- Autoimmune hair loss
- Spot baldness
- Stress-induced hair shedding
- Temporary hair loss
- Excessive hair shedding
ICD-10 Codes:
- L639: Alopecia areata, unspecified
- L650: Telogen effluvium
Also known as:
- Severe Itching
- Unexplained Itching
- Itching
- Chronic pruritus
- Generalized itching
- Persistent itch
- Chronic Itching
- Generalized Itching
- Persistent Itch
ICD-10 Codes:
- L298: Other pruritus
- L2989: Other pruritus
Also known as:
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Skin Infection
- Water Warts
- Molluscum
ICD-10 Codes:
- B081: Molluscum contagiosum
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Follicular Skin Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Hair Follicle Cyst
- Dermal Cyst
- Subcutaneous Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
- L729: Follicular cyst of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Other Types of Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
- Atypical psoriasis
- Uncommon psoriasis
- Variant psoriasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
- L408: Other psoriasis
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Flaky skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Ringworm of the Scalp and Beard
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Tinea Infection
- Tinea Capitis
- Tinea Barbae
- Scalp Ringworm
- Beard Ringworm
ICD-10 Codes:
- B350: Tinea barbae and tinea capitis
Also known as:
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
- Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
- HS Skin Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa
Also known as:
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergy
- Rashes
- Allergic skin rash
- Contact allergy
- Skin irritation from allergens
ICD-10 Codes:
- L239: Allergic contact dermatitis, unspecified cause
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
What procedures does Dr. Cruz perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Cruz performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cruz. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Goeckerman Treatment
- Photochemotherapy
- Tar and UV-B Therapy
- Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
- Light Therapy for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B
Also known as:
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- UV Light Treatment
- Phototherapy
- Actinotherapy
- Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Does Dr. Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 643-4575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Cruz in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?
Dr. Jorge Cruz's Primary Practice
5646 Read Blvd Ste 230
New Orleans, LA 70127
(985) 643-4575
What is Dr. Cruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891989380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cruz
What is Dr. Jorge Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Cruz is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near New Orleans, LA. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Cruz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jorge Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Jorge Cruz accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (985) 643-4575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (985) 643-4575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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