Dr. Mary Donna Cruz, MD
Bethlehem, PA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cruz, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Mary Donna Cruz, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cruz completed her residency at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English, Arabic, Persian, and Spanish, 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.
Where did Dr. Cruz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Montefiore Medical Center | St. Joseph's Hospital & Medical Center
Residency: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | New York Presbyterian-Lower Manhattan GME
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas
What languages does Dr. Cruz speak?
Dr. Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Cruz typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Cruz typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mary Donna Cruz may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Cruz in Bethlehem, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
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Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?
What is Dr. Cruz's NPI number?An 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 1922305952.
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. Mary Donna Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Cruz is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Bethlehem, PA.
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 this Dr. Mary Donna Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Quakertown Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Hunterdon Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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
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Is Mary Donna Cruz accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?
Yes, Dr. Mary Donna Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mary Donna Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mary Donna Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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