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Dr. Carlos Cruz, MD

Dr. Carlos Cruz, MD

Coral Gables, FL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cruz, Anesthesiologist in Coral Gables, FL?

    Dr. Carlos Cruz, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Coral Gables, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Cruz graduated from Pontifical Xavierian University, completed his residency at Jackson Memorial Medical Center, and is currently affiliated with South Miami Hospital. He is a member of the AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, FLORIDA SOCIETY OF ANESTHESIOLOGY, and AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANESTHESIOLOGY. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English, 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 (786) 662-8192.

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

    • Fellowship: PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIOLOGY, Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters, Norfolk, VA

    • Residency: Jackson Memorial Medical Center

    • Medical School: Universidad Javeriana | Manila Central University / College of Medicine | Pontifical Xavierian University

    Is Dr. Cruz board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos 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

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    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 Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cruz performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Cruz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 662-8192 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Carlos Cruz's Primary Practice

    5000 University Dr

    Coral Gables, FL 33146

    (786) 662-8192

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    Box 016960 M851

    1611 NW 12th Ave # 16960

    Miami, FL 33136

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    South Miami Hospital

    6200 SW 73rd St

    South Miami, FL 33143

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

    Member

    FLORIDA SOCIETY OF ANESTHESIOLOGY

    Member

    AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANESTHESIOLOGY

    Member

    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 1679505259.

    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. Carlos Cruz's specialty?

    Dr. Cruz is a Anesthesiologist near Coral Gables, 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 this Dr. Carlos Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl), Baptist Hospital Of Miami 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Carlos Cruz accepting new patients in Coral Gables, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Carlos Cruz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (786) 662-8192 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carlos Cruz?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (786) 662-8192 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Cruz have?

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

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