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Dr. Kenneth Cruz, MD

Critical Care Internist, Internist

Arlington Heights, IL

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cruz, Critical Care Internist in Arlington Heights, IL?

    Dr. Kenneth Cruz, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Arlington Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cruz completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English and French, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz’s office at (800) 655-2656.

    Where did Dr. Cruz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine | Rush Presby St Luke's M C

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cruz board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Cruz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cruz speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Cruz typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, 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:

    • 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Cruz typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth 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 (800) 655-2656 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Arlington Heights, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Cruz's Primary Practice

    800 W Central Rd

    Arlington Heights, IL 60005

    (800) 655-2656

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    Dr. Kenneth Cruz's Practice 2

    20201 Crawford Ave

    Olympia Fields, IL 60461

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    Dr. Kenneth Cruz's Practice 3

    1325 N Highland Ave

    Aurora, IL 60506

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    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 1598705196.

    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. Kenneth Cruz's specialty?

    Dr. Cruz is a Critical Care Internist near Arlington Heights, IL.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with Olympia Fields Hospital, Ssm Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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. Kenneth Cruz accepting new patients in Arlington Heights, IL?

    No, Dr. Kenneth Cruz is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Cruz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (800) 655-2656 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (800) 655-2656 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Cruz's offices are located in Arlington Heights, IL, Olympia Fields, IL, and Aurora, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Cruz have?

    Dr. Kenneth Cruz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.