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Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cruz Rodriguez, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cruz Rodriguez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz Rodriguez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz Rodriguez’s office at (888) 539-8781.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cruz Rodriguez?

    Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist 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 Rodriguez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Heart Failure, Heart Valve Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Cruz Rodriguez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Cruz Rodriguez speak?

    Dr. Cruz Rodriguez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Cruz Rodriguez typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Cruz Rodriguez 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 Rodriguez. 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:

    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Cruz Rodriguez typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cruz Rodriguez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cruz Rodriguez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cruz Rodriguez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 539-8781 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz Rodriguez accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Cruz Rodriguez in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cruz Rodriguez's office located?

    Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (888) 539-8781

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    Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez's Practice 2

    516 W Aten Rd Ste 1

    Imperial, CA 92251

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cruz Rodriguez affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Cruz Rodriguez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    UC San Diego Medical Center,San Diego, CA

    What is Dr. Cruz Rodriguez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cruz Rodriguez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457770240.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cruz Rodriguez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cruz Rodriguez

    What is Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez's specialty?

    Dr. Cruz Rodriguez is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

    Is Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cruz Rodriguez is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz Rodriguez's office at (888) 539-8781 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jose Cruz Rodriguez?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz Rodriguez's office at (888) 539-8781 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cruz Rodriguez's office located?

    Dr. Cruz Rodriguez's offices are located in San Diego, CA and Imperial, CA.