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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cruz, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Lorinda Cruz, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz’s office at (706) 548-8600.
What languages does Dr. Cruz speak?
Dr. Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cruz typically treat?
As a Geriatric 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.
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cruz typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lorinda 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 (706) 548-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Cruz in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
Assurant
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?
Dr. Lorinda Cruz's Primary Practice
1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 400A
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 548-8600
What hospitals are Dr. Cruz affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Cruz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga,Athens, GA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga,Athens, GA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Piedmont Athens Regional,Athens, GARanked in 3 Procedures
Piedmont Athens Regional,Athens, GA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Northside Hospital Gwinnett,Lawrenceville, GARanked in 2 Procedures
Northside Hospital Gwinnett,Lawrenceville, GA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center,Snellville, GARanked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center,Snellville, GA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
St. Lukes Hospital - Duluth,Duluth, MN
St. Lukes Hospital - Duluth,Duluth, MN
St. Marys Good Samaritan Hospital,Greensboro, GA
St. Marys Good Samaritan Hospital,Greensboro, GA
What is Dr. Cruz's NPI number?A 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 1295095289.
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. Lorinda Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Cruz is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Athens, GA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is Dr. Lorinda Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Piedmont Athens Regional, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Dr. Lorinda Cruz accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Lorinda Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lorinda Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (706) 548-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lorinda Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (706) 548-8600 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?
Dr. Cruz's office is located in Athens, GA.
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