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JOANNE RAFAEL CRUZ
NPI 1154995728
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Skokie, IL

Active since May 18, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
9735 SKOKIE BLVD, SKOKIE, IL 60077(847) 380-8969(847) 972-1117 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 18, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Joanne Rafael Cruz NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

JOANNE RAFAEL CRUZ (NPI 1154995728) is an individual family provider in Skokie, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (209022906) and active in the NPI registry since May 2021. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154995728
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameJOANNE RAFAEL CRUZ
Location Address9735 SKOKIE BLVDSkokie, IL 60077-1383
Mailing Address9735 Skokie BlvdSkokie, IL 60077-1383 · (847) 380-8969 · Fax (847) 972-1117
Phone(847) 380-8969
Fax(847) 972-1117
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMay 18, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMay 18, 2021
✔ NPI 1154995728 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 209022906
9735 SKOKIE BLVD, Skokie, IL 60077
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Joanne Rafael Cruz is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID244630572
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210608003082
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Joanne Cruz reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Comprehensive Renal Care PLLC
20 mi
Nephrology
999 OAKMONT PLAZA DR STE 600
Westmont, IL 60559
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 8 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1871310607 (877) 630-7277
Midwest Express Care 2, Inc
24 mi
Urgent Care
40 75TH ST
Willowbrook, IL 60527
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 410 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1548692890 (630) 400-4060
Altea Medical Illinois PLLC
39 mi
Geriatric Medicine
490 W 16TH PL
Chicago Heights, IL 60411
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 173 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1447039227 (888) 408-7008
Post Acute Medical PLLC
610 mi
Geriatric Medicine
6710 MALLERY DR
Lanham, MD 20706
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 176 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1730713025 (888) 408-7008

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
1,109 services66 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
731 services70 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
162 services25 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
159 services34 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
19 services17 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60077 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$94.06 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$105.70 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $26.42 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MARYAM VALI
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9735 SKOKIE BLVD
SKOKIE, IL 60077
Cook County (847) 380-8969
MS. SANIYA LODHIKA PA
Physician Assistant
9735 SKOKIE BLVD
SKOKIE, IL 60077
Cook County (847) 380-8969
TATYANA DROMOVA PASLEY FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9735 SKOKIE BLVD
SKOKIE, IL 60077
Cook County (847) 380-8969
CHRISTOPHER DIETHERT FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9735 SKOKIE BLVD
SKOKIE, IL 60077
Cook County (847) 380-8969
ALEXANDRA KASTANES KARADIS NP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9735 SKOKIE BLVD
SKOKIE, IL 60077
Cook County (847) 380-8969
MEREDITH FREEMAN FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
9735 SKOKIE BLVD
SKOKIE, IL 60077
Cook County (847) 380-8969
MIDWEST EXPRESS CARE 2, INC
Clinic/Center (Urgent Care)
9735 SKOKIE BLVD
SKOKIE, IL 60077
Cook County (847) 380-8969
BHUMI SURESHKUMAR SHAH
Physician Assistant
9735 SKOKIE BLVD
SKOKIE, IL 60077
Cook County (847) 380-8969

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Joanne Cruz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joanne Cruz is 1154995728. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2021.

Where is Joanne Cruz located?

Joanne Cruz practices at 9735 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60077. The listed phone number is (847) 380-8969.

What is Joanne Cruz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Joanne Cruz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joanne Cruz is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Joanne Cruz's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joanne Cruz reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Comprehensive Renal Care PLLC (Westmont, IL), Midwest Express Care 2, Inc (Willowbrook, IL), Altea Medical Illinois PLLC (Chicago Heights, IL) and Post Acute Medical PLLC (Lanham, MD). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Joanne Cruz's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joanne Cruz was last updated on May 18, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.