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Who is Dr. Garner Cruz, Critical Care Internist in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Orlando Garner Cruz, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in The Woodlands, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Garner Cruz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garner Cruz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garner Cruz’s office at (432) 703-5083.
What languages does Dr. Garner Cruz speak?
Dr. Garner Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Garner Cruz typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Garner 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. Garner 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Garner Cruz typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Garner 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. Garner 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:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Garner Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Garner Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (432) 703-5083 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garner Cruz accept in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Garner Cruz in The Woodlands, TX 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garner Cruz's office located?
Dr. Orlando Garner Cruz's Primary Practice
1111 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 250
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(432) 703-5083
What is Dr. Garner Cruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garner Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417309105.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garner Cruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garner Cruz
What is Dr. Orlando Garner Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Garner Cruz is a Critical Care Internist near The Woodlands, TX.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Orlando Garner Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garner Cruz is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Orlando Garner Cruz accepting new patients in The Woodlands, TX?
Yes, Dr. Orlando Garner Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Orlando Garner Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garner Cruz's office at (432) 703-5083 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Orlando Garner Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Garner Cruz's office at (432) 703-5083 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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