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Dr. Elsa Cruz, MD

Pediatrician

Modesto, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cruz, Pediatrician in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. Elsa Cruz, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Cruz completed her residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Cruz is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, 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 (209) 549-7090.

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

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | Mt Sinai School Of Med

    Is Dr. Cruz board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Elsa Cruz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Cruz speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cruz typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cruz typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Does Dr. Cruz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 549-7090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz accept in Modesto, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • AllCare Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Elsa Cruz's Primary Practice

    1510 Florida Ave Ste C

    Modesto, CA 95350

    (209) 549-7090

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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 1972565075.

    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. Elsa Cruz's specialty?

    Dr. Cruz is a Pediatrician near Modesto, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cruz is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Elsa Cruz accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Elsa Cruz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (209) 549-7090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Cruz's office at (209) 549-7090 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Cruz's office is located in Modesto, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elsa Cruz have?

    Dr. Elsa Cruz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.