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Dr. Brian Cruz, MD

Schererville, IN

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cruz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Schererville, IN?

    Dr. Brian Cruz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Schererville, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Cruz graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Cooper Hospital/Univ Med Center. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz’s office at (781) 756-2000.

    Where did Dr. Cruz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cooper Hospital/Univ Med Center | Cooper Medical School of Rowan University/Cooper University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cruz speak?

    Dr. Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cruz treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Left Ear Pain
    • Right Ear Pain
    • Ear Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Earache
    • Otalgia Left Side
    • Right Earache
    • Otalgia Right Side

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9202: Otalgia, left ear
    • H9201: Otalgia, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pregnancy Test
    • No pregnancy detected
    • Negative HCG test
    • Not pregnant result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1031: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Cruz perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Brian Cruz may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cruz's office.

    Does Dr. Cruz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 756-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Schererville, IN?

    Dr. Cruz in Schererville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • American Postal Workers Union APWU

    • Centene

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Molina

    • State of Illinois

    • Tria Health

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    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Brian Cruz's Primary Practice

    1500 Indianapolis Blvd

    Schererville, IN 46375

    (781) 756-2000

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    Dr. Brian Cruz's Practice 2

    31 Sibley St Ste A

    Hammond, IN 46320

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    Dr. Brian Cruz's Practice 3

    8135 Calumet Ave

    Munster, IN 46321

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    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 1306873716.

    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. Brian Cruz's specialty?

    Dr. Cruz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Schererville, IN. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Cruz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Cruz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Brian Cruz accepting new patients in Schererville, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Cruz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (781) 756-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Cruz?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (781) 756-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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