RICARDO A CRUZ DO
NPI 1164438446
Internal Medicine in Austin, TX

Q: What is Ricardo Cruz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ricardo Cruz is 1164438446. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2006.

Q: What is Ricardo Cruz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ricardo Cruz was last updated on October 23, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.

Active since July 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1301 W 38TH ST #205, AUSTIN, TX 78705(512) 324-1864(512) 419-9016 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 23, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Ricardo A Cruz Do NPPES

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

RICARDO A CRUZ DO (NPI 1164438446) is an individual internal medicine provider in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (K7704) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, and is a graduate of University Of North Texas Hsc, College Of Osteopathic Med (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164438446

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameRICARDO A CRUZCredential: DO

Location Address1301 W 38TH ST #205Austin, TX 78705-1011

Mailing AddressPo Box 26726Austin, TX 78755-0726 · (512) 407-8686 · Fax (512) 406-6216

Phone(512) 324-1864

Fax(512) 419-9016

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Texas Hsc, College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateJuly 31, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 23, 2014

✔ NPI 1164438446 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · K7704

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Other Identifiers 10

Medicaid041903806TX

Medicare PINP01355776TX

Medicare PIN8L1228TX

Medicare PIN110219307TX

Medicare PINTXB154980TX

Medicaid041903803TX

Medicare PINTXB154867TX

Medicare PIN8814M3TX

Medicaid041903805TX

Medicaid041903804TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company, Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ricardo A Cruz Do 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 ID5092883272

PECOS Enrollment IDI20081002000035

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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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 hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

190 services87 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

140 services137 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

103 services51 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.

70 services36 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

65 services65 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

59 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450056

Location1201 W 38th StAustin, TX 78705 · Travis County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Dell Seton Med Center At The University Of Tx

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450124

Location601 E 15th StreetAustin, TX 78701 · Travis County

Ascension Seton Northwest

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450867

Location11113 Research BoulevardAustin, TX 78759 · Travis County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78705 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

$131.95 typical visit price

range $57.88 – $174.00

Typical copayment $32.98 (range $14.47 – $43.50)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$101.65 typical visit price

range $18.88 – $142.23

Typical copayment $25.41 (range $4.72 – $35.55)

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan

Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…

97%180 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Ostomy deodorant, with or without lubricant, for use in ostomy pouch, per fluid ounce A4394

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

1 supplier11 claims248 services$2.50 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy skin barrier, pectin-based, paste, per ounce A4406

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

1 supplier11 claims42 services$5.52 avg. paid by Medicare

Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing A6212

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N

1 supplier11 claims156 services$9.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$842.42 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

3 suppliers27 claims27 services$61.70 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers20 claims20 services$30.71 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

CARRIE L. COOPER MD

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