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Who is Dr. Cruz, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Downey, CA?
Dr. Marilou Cruz, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Cruz graduated from Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English, Filipino, Pilipino, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz’s office at (562) 861-1245.
Where did Dr. Cruz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering | University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center
Is Dr. Cruz board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Marilou Cruz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Cruz speak?
Dr. Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino
Pilipino
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Cruz treat?
As a Adolescent 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Underweight Child (BMI below 5th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
- Low BMI for child
- Child underweight
- Pediatric low weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
- Z6851: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, less than 5th percentile for age
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Secondhand Smoke Exposure
- Secondhand Smoke
- Passive Smoking
- Environmental Tobacco Smoke Contact
- Involuntary Smoking
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7722: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Child Development Check
- Developmental Milestones Screening
- Early Intervention Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Non-Medical Procedure
- Elective procedure (non-health)
- Procedure for other purposes
- Non-therapeutic intervention
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z418: Encounter for other procedures for purposes other than remedying health state
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Which procedures does Dr. Cruz perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Marilou Cruz may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
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 (562) 861-1245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Downey, CA?
Dr. Cruz in Downey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Heritage Health
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?
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 1629160155.
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. Marilou Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Cruz is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Downey, CA. Contact Dr. Cruz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Marilou Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cruz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center. 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
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Is Marilou Cruz accepting new patients in Downey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Marilou Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marilou Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (562) 861-1245 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marilou Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (562) 861-1245 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marilou Cruz have?
Dr. Marilou Cruz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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