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22 Years of Experience
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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. 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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cruz typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cruz typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Cruz may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fidelity Insurance Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
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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
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.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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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