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Dr. Raul Cruz, MD

Anesthesiologist

Okeechobee, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cruz, Anesthesiologist in Okeechobee, FL?

    Dr. Raul Cruz, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Okeechobee, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English 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 at (305) 326-6543.

    Is Dr. Cruz board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Raul Cruz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Cruz speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cruz typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cruz typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Raul 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 (305) 326-6543 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Raul Cruz's Primary Practice

    1796 US Highway 441 N

    Okeechobee, FL 34972

    (305) 326-6543

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    Dr. Raul Cruz's Practice 2

    601 E Rollins St

    Orlando, FL 32803

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cruz affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Cruz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Hca Florida Raulerson Hospital,Okeechobee, FL

    What is Dr. Cruz's NPI number?A 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 1144421454.

    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. Raul Cruz's specialty?

    Dr. Cruz is an Anesthesiologist near Okeechobee, FL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with Hca Florida Kendall Hospital 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. Raul Cruz accepting new patients in Okeechobee, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Raul Cruz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (305) 326-6543 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Raul Cruz?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (305) 326-6543 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Cruz's offices are located in Okeechobee, FL and Orlando, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Raul Cruz have?

    Dr. Raul Cruz is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.