Dr. Salvador Cruz-Flores, MD
El Paso, TX
34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cruz-Flores, Neurocritical Care Specialist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Salvador Cruz-Flores, MD is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Cruz-Flores is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz-Flores’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz-Flores’s office at (915) 545-6830.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cruz-Flores?
Dr. Salvador Cruz-Flores, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurocritical Care Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cruz-Flores empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cerebrovascular Disease, Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the El Paso, TX community, Dr. Cruz-Flores is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Cruz-Flores speak?
Dr. Cruz-Flores and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Cruz-Flores typically treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Cruz-Flores 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-Flores. 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:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS
- Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
What procedures does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Cruz-Flores typically perform?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Cruz-Flores performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cruz-Flores. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Does Dr. Cruz-Flores accept my insurance?
Dr. Cruz-Flores accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 545-6830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz-Flores accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Cruz-Flores in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cruz-Flores' office located?
Dr. Salvador Cruz-Flores' Primary Practice
4801 Alberta Ave
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 545-6830
What is Dr. Cruz-Flores's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cruz-Flores's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295750008.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cruz-Flores?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cruz-Flores
What is Dr. Salvador Cruz-Flores's specialty?
Dr. Cruz-Flores is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near El Paso, TX.
What does a Neurocritical Care Specialist do?
Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed.
Is this Dr. Salvador Cruz-Flores affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cruz-Flores is affiliated with University Medical Center Of El Paso 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 Neurocritical Care Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurocritical Care 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 Salvador Cruz-Flores accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Salvador Cruz-Flores is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salvador Cruz-Flores offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruz-Flores's office at (915) 545-6830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salvador Cruz-Flores?
Please contact Dr. Cruz-Flores's office at (915) 545-6830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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