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Dr. Karen Cruz, DO

Physiatrist

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cruz, Physiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Karen Cruz, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. 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 (718) 616-4052.

    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 a Physiatrist like Dr. Cruz typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen 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 (718) 616-4052 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Karen Cruz's Primary Practice

    2601 Ocean Pkwy

    Brooklyn, NY 11235

    (718) 616-4052

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cruz affiliated with?

    Dr. Cruz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Coney Island Hospital,Brooklyn, NY

    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 1104192566.

    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. Karen Cruz's specialty?

    Dr. Cruz is a Physiatrist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

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

    No, Dr. Cruz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Coney Island Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. Karen Cruz accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Cruz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (718) 616-4052 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (718) 616-4052 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Cruz's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.