DR. EDUARDO VARGAS CRUZ M.D.
NPI 1477671238
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Sports Medicine in Cordova, TN

Q: What is Eduardo Cruz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eduardo Cruz is 1477671238. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2007.

Q: What is Eduardo Cruz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081S0010X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Eduardo Cruz was last updated on January 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 months 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 March 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

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1138 N GERMANTOWN PKWY # 101-377, CORDOVA, TN 38016(901) 373-4311(901) 328-1888 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

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About Dr. Eduardo Vargas Cruz M.d. NPPES

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

DR. EDUARDO VARGAS CRUZ M.D. (NPI 1477671238) is an individual sports medicine provider in Cordova, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD13794) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis, and is a graduate of Other (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477671238

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2081S0010X

Provider Legal NameDR. EDUARDO VARGAS CRUZCredential: M.D.

Location Address1138 N GERMANTOWN PKWY # 101-377Cordova, TN 38016-5872

Mailing AddressPo Box 342345Memphis, TN 38184-2345 · (901) 373-4311 · Fax (901) 373-4262

Phone(901) 373-4311

Fax(901) 328-1888

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1974

Enumeration DateMarch 27, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 2026

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 27, 2026

✔ NPI 1477671238 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2081S0010X

License✔ Licensed in TN · MD13794

Definition

A physician who specializes in Sports Medicine is responsible for continuous care related to the enhancement of health and fitness as well as the prevention of injury and illness. The specialist possesses knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury from many areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation and injuries. It is the goal of a Sports Medicine specialist to improve the healthcare of the individual engaged in physical exercise.

1138 N GERMANTOWN PKWY # 101-377, Cordova, TN 38016

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Eduardo Vargas Cruz 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 ID1557591716

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150423002021

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 5

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 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.

1,558 services287 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

424 services209 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.

224 services217 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

57 services54 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.

32 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number440049

Location1265 Union Ave Suite 700Memphis, TN 38104 · Shelby County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

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MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

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Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 18

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

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier46 claims46 services$51.75 avg. paid by Medicare

Walker, heavy duty, wheeled, rigid or folding, any type E0149

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$10.43 avg. paid by Medicare

Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms E0163

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers40 claims40 services$55.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with detachable arms E0165

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers99 claims99 services$10.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress E0261

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

3 suppliers103 claims103 services$42.22 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

3 suppliers82 claims82 services$15.40 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory suction pump, home model, portable or stationary, electric E0600

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier19 claims19 services$29.40 avg. paid by Medicare

Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers46 claims46 services$47.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Transport chair, adult size, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds E1038

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier21 claims21 services$10.84 avg. paid by Medicare

Wheelchair accessory, manual fully reclining back, (recline greater than 80 degrees), each E1226

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

2 suppliers16 claims16 services$34.89 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 suppliers108 claims108 services$73.65 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier13 claims13 services$35.70 avg. paid by Medicare

Manual wheelchair accessory, nonstandard seat frame, width greater than or equal to 20 inches and less than 24 inches E2201

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

2 suppliers47 claims47 services$30.96 avg. paid by Medicare

General use wheelchair seat cushion, width less than 22 inches, any depth E2601

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

8 suppliers43 claims43 services$40.31 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

11 suppliers763 claims763 services$18.96 avg. paid by Medicare

Lightweight wheelchair K0003

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

3 suppliers11 claims11 services$45.14 avg. paid by Medicare

Heavy duty wheelchair K0006

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

3 suppliers72 claims72 services$56.75 avg. paid by Medicare

Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

11 suppliers816 claims816 services$8.75 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

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

PINNACLE MEDICAL PLLC

Rehabilitation Practitioner

1138 N GERMANTOWN PKWY # 101-377
CORDOVA, TN 38016

Shelby County (901) 737-3071

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 Eduardo Cruz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eduardo Cruz is 1477671238. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2007.

Where is Eduardo Cruz located?

Eduardo Cruz practices at 1138 N Germantown Pkwy # 101-377, Cordova, TN 38016. The listed phone number is (901) 373-4311.

What is Eduardo Cruz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081S0010X.

Is Eduardo Cruz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eduardo 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.

What insurance does Eduardo Cruz accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee list Eduardo Cruz as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Eduardo Cruz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Eduardo Cruz is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Eduardo Cruz was last updated on January 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 months 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.