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20 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cruz, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Daniel Cruz, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cruz completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz’s office at (310) 825-8816.
Where did Dr. Cruz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases | UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Cruz board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Daniel 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
What conditions does Dr. Cruz treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Organ-Limited Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis & Kidney Disease
- Localized Amyloidosis
- Amyloid Deposit in Organ
ICD-10 Codes:
- E854: Organ-limited amyloidosis
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Cruz perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Daniel Cruz may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cruz's office.
Does Dr. Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-8816 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Cruz in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?
Dr. Daniel Cruz's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 825-8816
What is Dr. Cruz's NPI number?An 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 1427090091.
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. Daniel Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Cruz is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Santa Monica, CA. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Cruz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Daniel Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is Daniel Cruz accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (310) 825-8816 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (310) 825-8816 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Cruz have?
Dr. Daniel Cruz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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