20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santa-Cruz, Cardiologist in Appleton, WI?
Dr. Richard Santa-Cruz, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Appleton, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Santa-Cruz graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Mississippi School of Medicine Program. Dr. Santa-Cruz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santa-Cruz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santa-Cruz’s office at (920) 731-8900.
Where did Dr. Santa-Cruz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Mississippi School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Santa-Cruz speak?
Dr. Santa-Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Santa-Cruz typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Santa-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. Santa-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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Santa-Cruz typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Santa-Cruz 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. Santa-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:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Santa-Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Santa-Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (920) 731-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santa-Cruz accept in Appleton, WI?
Dr. Santa-Cruz in Appleton, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Wisconsin
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santa-Cruz's office located?
Dr. Richard Santa-Cruz's Primary Practice
1818 N Meade St
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 731-8900
What is Dr. Santa-Cruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santa-Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861423758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santa-Cruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santa-Cruz
What is Dr. Richard Santa-Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Santa-Cruz is a Cardiologist near Appleton, WI.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Richard Santa-Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santa-Cruz is affiliated with Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Appleton, Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, Thedacare Medical Center - Berlin, Froedtert Hospital, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Froedtert Menomonee Falls 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Santa-Cruz accepting new patients in Appleton, WI?
Yes, Dr. Richard Santa-Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Santa-Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santa-Cruz's office at (920) 731-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Santa-Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Santa-Cruz's office at (920) 731-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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