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JOSE BENJAMIN CRUZ RODRIGUEZ M.D.
NPI 1457770240
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in San Diego, CA

Active since April 09, 2014PECOS Enrolled
2929 HEALTH CENTER DR, SAN DIEGO, CA 92123(858) 499-2600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 13, 2022, Jul 11, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Jose Benjamin Cruz Rodriguez M.d. NPPES

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

JOSE BENJAMIN CRUZ RODRIGUEZ M.D. (NPI 1457770240) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (382087) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Chula Vista, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457770240
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X
Provider Legal NameJOSE BENJAMIN CRUZ RODRIGUEZCredential: M.D.
Location Address2929 HEALTH CENTER DRSan Diego, CA 92123-2762
Mailing Address2929 Health Center DrSan Diego, CA 92123-2762 · (858) 499-2600
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateApril 9, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 23, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1457770240 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0001X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 382087
Definition
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License BP10049290 (TX)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 382087 (TX)
2929 HEALTH CENTER DR, San Diego, CA 92123

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1480 H StChula Vista, CA 91910-4328 · Phone (858) 939-6561

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

Jose Benjamin Cruz Rodriguez M.d. 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 ID1951523455
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220721001842
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Jose Cruz Rodriguez reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Nephrology
200 W ARBOR DR
San Diego, CA 92103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 526 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Practice
516 WEST ATEN ROAD, SUITE 2
Imperial, CA 92251
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Imperial Valley Family Care Medical Group A P C
  • 81 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 15

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
301 services168 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
211 services168 patients
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.
127 services57 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
97 services29 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.
82 services80 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
60 services60 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92123 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
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
4 suppliers14 claims1,680 services$0.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
6 suppliers22 claims22 services$12.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2929 HEALTH CENTER DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Internal Medicine (Hematology)
2929 HEALTH CENTER DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2929 HEALTH CENTER DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Physician Assistant
2929 HEALTH CENTER DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Obstetrics & Gynecology
2929 HEALTH CENTER DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2929 HEALTH CENTER DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
2929 HEALTH CENTER DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Advanced Practice Midwife
2929 HEALTH CENTER DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123

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 Jose Cruz Rodriguez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jose Cruz Rodriguez is 1457770240. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2014.

Where is Jose Cruz Rodriguez located?

Jose Cruz Rodriguez practices at 2929 Health Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92123. The listed phone number is (858) 499-2600.

What is Jose Cruz Rodriguez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Is Jose Cruz Rodriguez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jose Cruz Rodriguez 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 Jose Cruz Rodriguez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Jose Cruz Rodriguez reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Regents Of The University Of California (San Diego, CA) and Imperial Valley Family Care Medical Group Apc (Imperial, CA). 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 Jose Cruz Rodriguez'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 Jose Cruz Rodriguez was last updated on October 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 days 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.