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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cruz, Family Medicine Specialist in Jersey City, NJ?
Dr. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jersey City, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Cruz graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English, Arabic, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz’s office at (908) 561-4300.
Where did Dr. Cruz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cruz speak?
Dr. Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Cruz treat?
As a Family 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Abnormal Urine Test Results
- Urine and Urination
- Unusual urine findings
- Irregular urinalysis
- Abnormal pee test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R8290: Unspecified abnormal findings in urine
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Abnormal Bone Density
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
- Hypothyroidism
- Shrinking Thyroid Gland
- Acquired Thyroid Wasting
ICD-10 Codes:
- E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Which procedures does Dr. Cruz perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (908) 561-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Jersey City, NJ?
Dr. Cruz in Jersey City, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Government Employees Health Association
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?
Dr. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz's Primary Practice
550 Newark Ave Ste 402
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(908) 561-4300
Dr. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz's Practice 2
537 Pavonia Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(201) 653-8300
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 1730116211.
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. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Cruz is a Family Medicine Specialist near Jersey City, NJ. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Cruz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with Englewood Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Wilfredo Tomas Cruz accepting new patients in Jersey City, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (908) 561-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wilfredo Tomas Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (908) 561-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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