RICARDO CRUZ MD
NPI 1245298926
Anesthesiology in Ponce, PR
NPI Status: Active since May 03, 2006
Contact Information
609 AVE TITO CASTRO
SUITE 102 PMB 346
PONCE, PR
ZIP 00716
Phone: (787) 319-7677
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 33
- Anesthesiology
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About RICARDO CRUZ
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Ricardo Cruz, an anesthesiologist established in Ponce, Puerto Rico with a medical specialization in Anesthesiology and more than 33 years of experience. He graduated from Ponce School Of Medicine in 1993. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1245298926 assigned on May 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207L00000X with license number 11667 (PR). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 10 years ago.
- NPI
- 1245298926
- Provider Name
- RICARDO CRUZ MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 609 AVE TITO CASTRO SUITE 102 PMB 346 PONCE, PR 00716
- Location Phone
- (787) 319-7677
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 374 SUITE 102 PMB 346 CABO ROJO, PR 00623
- Mailing Phone
- (787) 975-4993
- Medical School Name
- PONCE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- Graduation Year
- 1993
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 05-03-2006
- Last Update Date
- 01-29-2016
- Code Navigator
An anesthesiologist like Ricardo Cruz manages the care of surgical patients and pain relief through drug administration that reduces or eliminates pain during an operation, medical procedure or during labor and delivery of babies. During surgical procedures anesthesiologists are responsible for adjusting the amount of anesthetic, monitoring the patient's heart rate, body temperature, blood pressure and breathing.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Anesthesiology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207L00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 11667
- License State
- PR
- Taxonomy Description
- An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89199 | MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04) | ||
| G58528 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Ricardo Cruz is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Ricardo Cruz is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 4183920812
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20160307001910
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope
Anesthesia for placement or revision of blood flow shunt
Anesthesia for x-ray exam of arteries and veins using contrast
Anesthesia for x-ray on heart vessels and chambers
Colonoscopy
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy for acid reflux
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsAnesthesia for blood flow shunt placement or revision ensures comfort during the procedure. It involves medication to numb or induce sleep, preventing pain or discomfort. It's safe, monitored by professionals, and tailored to individual needs.
This service was performed 14 times for 11 patientsAnesthesia is given to ensure comfort during an X-ray exam of your arteries and veins using contrast. This process involves injecting a dye into your blood vessels to make them visible on X-rays. The anesthesia helps to minimize any discomfort or anxiety.
This service was performed 21 times for 15 patientsAnesthesia for X-ray on heart vessels and chambers is a process where medication is given to ensure you're comfortable and pain-free during the procedure. This allows doctors to clearly view your heart's structure and function, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment.
This service was performed 41 times for 41 patientsA colonoscopy is a medical procedure that allows your doctor to examine your colon (the large intestine). It utilizes a thin, flexible tube with a tiny camera on the end, which is inserted through the rectum. This procedure can help identify issues such as polyps, inflammation, or early signs of cancer. It's usually recommended for people over 50 or those with specific risk factors.
This service was performed for 1-10 patientsAn upper GI endoscopy is a procedure to examine your esophagus and stomach using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope. It helps diagnose conditions like acid reflux by identifying any inflammation or damage. It's generally safe, performed under sedation, and takes about 15-30 minutes.
This service was performed for 1-10 patientsFind Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Ricardo Cruz is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CENTER DR RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES | CARR 2 BO SABALOS MAYAGUEZ, PR 00682 | (787) 652-9200 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1245298926, we treat the final digit (6) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 74. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 74 = 6).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 74 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1245298926, enumerated as an "individual" on May 03, 2006.
The provider is located at 609 AVE TITO CASTRO SUITE 102 PMB 346 PONCE, PR 00716 and the phone number is (787) 319-7677.
Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Ricardo Cruz is affiliated with: MAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CENTER DR RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES.
