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Dr. Salvador Cruz-Flores, MD

Neurocritical Care Specialist, Neurologist, Vascular Neurologist

El Paso, TX

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

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.

    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.

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • 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

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    What is Dr. Cruz-Flores's NPI number?A 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 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 Dr. 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' office at (915) 545-6830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Salvador Cruz-Flores?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz-Flores' office at (915) 545-6830 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cruz-Flores' office located?

    Dr. Cruz-Flores' office is located in El Paso, TX.