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Dr. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz, MD

Jersey City, NJ

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 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years. 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 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cruz typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cruz typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz may include:

    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 (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

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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

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    Dr. Wilfredo Tomas Cruz's Practice 2

    525 Monmouth St

    Jersey City, NJ 07302

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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 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.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 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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