Dr. Bedford Nieves Cruz, MD
Houma, LA
36 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nieves Cruz, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Houma, LA?
Dr. Bedford Nieves Cruz, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houma, LA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Nieves Cruz completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; San Juan City Hosp, Pediatrics; Caguas Reg Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Nieves Cruz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nieves Cruz’s office at (985) 858-7330.
Where did Dr. Nieves Cruz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; San Juan City Hosp, Pediatrics; Caguas Reg Hosp, Pediatrics | Caguas Reg Hospital
Medical School: University Nordestana (Unne)- Fac De Cien Med- San Francisco De MacOris | National University of Nordeste Moreno / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Nieves Cruz board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bedford Nieves Cruz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Nieves Cruz speak?
Dr. Nieves Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nieves Cruz typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nieves 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. Nieves 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 here.
Also known as:
- Newborn Jaundice
- Jaundice
- Neonatal Jaundice
- Infant Jaundice
- Physiological Jaundice
ICD-10 Codes:
- P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0739: Preterm newborn, gestational age 36 completed weeks
- P0738: Preterm newborn, gestational age 35 completed weeks
- P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant breathing difficulty
- Neonatal respiratory distress
- Baby lung distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P229: Respiratory distress of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome
- Gilbert's syndrome
- Jaundice cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism
Also known as:
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Birth Weight
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nieves Cruz typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bedford Nieves Cruz may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Nieves Cruz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nieves Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Nieves Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 858-7330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nieves Cruz accept in Houma, LA?
Dr. Nieves Cruz in Houma, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nieves Cruz's office located?
What is Dr. Nieves Cruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nieves Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568425080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nieves Cruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nieves Cruz
What is Dr. Bedford Nieves Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Nieves Cruz is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Houma, LA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Bedford Nieves Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nieves Cruz is affiliated with Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner St. Anne 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
When to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist. 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 Bedford Nieves Cruz accepting new patients in Houma, LA?
Yes, Dr. Bedford Nieves Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bedford Nieves Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nieves Cruz's office at (985) 858-7330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bedford Nieves Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Nieves Cruz's office at (985) 858-7330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bedford Nieves Cruz have?
Dr. Bedford Nieves Cruz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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