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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ortega Cruz, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Glenview, IL?
Dr. Marlen Ortega Cruz, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Glenview, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ortega Cruz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortega Cruz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortega Cruz’s office at (847) 556-1707.
What languages does Dr. Ortega Cruz speak?
Dr. Ortega Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ortega Cruz treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Ortega 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. Ortega 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.
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Disease
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Ischemia
- Ischemic Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Brain Hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6782: Cerebral ischemia
Which procedures does Dr. Ortega Cruz perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Marlen Ortega Cruz may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ortega Cruz's office.
Does Dr. Ortega Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ortega Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 556-1707 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ortega Cruz accept in Glenview, IL?
Dr. Ortega Cruz in Glenview, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
NASA
State of Illinois
Tria Health
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Where is Dr. Ortega Cruz's office located?
Dr. Marlen Ortega Cruz's Primary Practice
2050 Claire Ct
Glenview, IL 60025
(847) 556-1707
What is Dr. Ortega Cruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ortega Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841652757.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortega Cruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortega Cruz
What is Dr. Marlen Ortega Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Ortega Cruz is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Glenview, IL. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Ortega Cruz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Marlen Ortega Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ortega Cruz is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Marlen Ortega Cruz accepting new patients in Glenview, IL?
Yes, Dr. Marlen Ortega Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marlen Ortega Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ortega Cruz's office at (847) 556-1707 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marlen Ortega Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Ortega Cruz's office at (847) 556-1707 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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