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Dr. Amado Cruz, MD

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cruz, Hospitalist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Amado Cruz, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cruz is currently affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami. 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 (786) 467-2159.

    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 Hospitalist like Dr. Cruz typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Cruz typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Amado 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 (786) 467-2159 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Miami, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Athena Health Care Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    West Kendall Baptist Hosp

    9555 SW 162nd Ave

    Miami, FL 33196

    (786) 467-2159

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    Baptist Hospital Of Miami

    8900 N Kendall Dr

    Miami, FL 33176

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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 1073019840.

    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. Amado Cruz's specialty?

    Dr. Cruz is a Hospitalist near Miami, FL.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Hca Florida Kendall Hospital, Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl) 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Amado Cruz accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Amado Cruz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (786) 467-2159 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amado Cruz?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (786) 467-2159 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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