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Dr. Merari Cruz-Colon, MD

Dr. Merari Cruz-Colon, MD

North Chesterfield, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cruz-Colon, Internist in North Chesterfield, VA?

    Dr. Merari Cruz-Colon, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in North Chesterfield, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cruz-Colon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz-Colon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz-Colon’s office at (252) 535-8435.

    What languages does Dr. Cruz-Colon speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cruz-Colon typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Cruz-Colon 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-Colon. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cruz-Colon typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Merari Cruz-Colon may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cruz-Colon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cruz-Colon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 535-8435 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz-Colon accept in North Chesterfield, VA?

    Dr. Cruz-Colon in North Chesterfield, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cruz-Colon's office located?

    Dr. Merari Cruz-Colon's Primary Practice

    1401 Johnston Willis Dr

    North Chesterfield, VA 23235

    (252) 535-8435

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    Dr. Merari Cruz-Colon's Practice 2

    250 Smith Church Rd

    Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

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

    Dr. Cruz-Colon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972886380.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cruz-Colon?

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

    What is Dr. Merari Cruz-Colon's specialty?

    Dr. Cruz-Colon is a Internist near North Chesterfield, VA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Merari Cruz-Colon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cruz-Colon is affiliated with Johnston-Willis Hospital, Hca Chippenham Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Merari Cruz-Colon accepting new patients in North Chesterfield, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Merari Cruz-Colon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Merari Cruz-Colon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz-Colon's office at (252) 535-8435 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Merari Cruz-Colon?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz-Colon's office at (252) 535-8435 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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