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Dr. Joseph Cruz, DO

Salisbury, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cruz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Salisbury, NC?

    Dr. Joseph Cruz, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salisbury, NC with 2 additional practice locations. 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 (704) 210-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Cruz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cruz typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cruz typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph 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 (704) 210-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Salisbury, NC?

    Dr. Cruz in Salisbury, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Cruz's Primary Practice

    612 Mocksville Ave

    Salisbury, NC 28144

    (704) 210-5000

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    Dr. Joseph Cruz's Practice 2

    171 Fairview Rd

    Mooresville, NC 28117

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    Dr. Joseph Cruz's Practice 3

    218 Old Mocksville Rd

    Statesville, NC 28625

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    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 1417219239.

    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. Joseph Cruz's specialty?

    Dr. Cruz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Salisbury, NC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with Novant Health Rowan Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Joseph Cruz accepting new patients in Salisbury, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Joseph Cruz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (704) 210-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Cruz?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (704) 210-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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