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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De La Cruz, Infectious Disease Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Rafael De La Cruz, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. De La Cruz graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. De La Cruz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De La Cruz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De La Cruz’s office at (636) 344-2014.
Where did Dr. De La Cruz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado
Is Dr. De La Cruz board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rafael De La Cruz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. De La Cruz speak?
Dr. De La Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. De La Cruz treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. De La 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. De La 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Left Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
- L97821: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97811: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Gangrene
- Tissue Death
- Necrosis
- Dead Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Chronic Right Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Skin Condition
- Right calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed right calf wound
- Right calf ulcer stage 2
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97212: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
What procedures does Dr. De La Cruz perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. De La 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. De La 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. De La Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. De La Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 344-2014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De La Cruz accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. De La Cruz in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. De La Cruz's office located?
Dr. Rafael De La Cruz's Primary Practice
11155 Dunn Rd Ste 109N
Saint Louis, MO 63136
(636) 344-2014
What is Dr. De La Cruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De La Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669460655.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De La Cruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De La Cruz
What is Dr. Rafael De La Cruz's specialty?
Dr. De La Cruz is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Saint Louis, MO.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. De La Cruz to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Rafael De La Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De La Cruz is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Anderson Hospital, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Mercy Hospital Lincoln, Christian 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Rafael De La Cruz accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Rafael De La Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael De La Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De La Cruz's office at (636) 344-2014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael De La Cruz?
Please contact Dr. De La Cruz's office at (636) 344-2014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael De La Cruz have?
Dr. Rafael De La Cruz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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