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MRS. MELISSA ROSARIO CRUZ APRN
NPI 1497421630
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Pinellas Park, FL

Active since August 18, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4715 71ST AVE N, PINELLAS PARK, FL 33781(786) 546-4440 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 13, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 13, 2022, Oct 22, 2021, Oct 7, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2021).

About Mrs. Melissa Rosario Cruz Aprn NPPES

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

MRS. MELISSA ROSARIO CRUZ APRN (NPI 1497421630) is an individual family provider in Pinellas Park, Florida, licensed in Florida (11014980) and active in the NPI registry since August 2021. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497421630
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. MELISSA ROSARIO CRUZCredential: APRN
Location Address4715 71ST AVE NPinellas Park, FL 33781-4424
Mailing Address4715 71st Ave NPinellas Park, FL 33781-4424 · (786) 546-4440
Phone(786) 546-4440
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateAugust 18, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 13, 20225 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 13, 2022
✔ NPI 1497421630 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 FL · 11014980
4715 71ST AVE N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
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Other Identifiers 2

OtherOH268FL · Medicare Hf
Medicaid112176200FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.Insurance ›

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

Mrs. Melissa Rosario Cruz Aprn 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 ID1153729447
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211018002918, I20230119000681, I20241118000329, I20241210004707, I20241226002447, I20250228000304, I20250306003870, I20250307000647, I20250326002827, I20250508001476, I20250519001955, I20250620000369, I20250708001604, I20251129000243
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

14

Medicare enrollment records show Melissa Cruz reassigns Medicare billing to 14 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Pascarella Hoover Finkelstein & Wagner DPM PA
99 mi
Foot & Ankle Surgery
247 MAITLAND AVE
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 163 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1740275635 (407) 250-1208
Starke Family Medical Center Inc
149 mi
Family Medicine
345 W MADISON ST
Starke, FL 32091
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 60 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1487727038 (904) 964-5455
Fpm Holdings LLC
368 mi
Nurse Practitioner
9932 SPANISH FORT BLVD
Daphne, AL 36527
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama, North Carolina, Kentucky and Indiana enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1114819711 (North Carolina), NPI 1922990514 (Kentucky), NPI 1760374342 (Indiana)
  • 15 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1720970304 (251) 237-8181
Village Podiatry Group II, LLC.
424 mi
Foot & Ankle Surgery
2045 PEACHTREE ROAD NE, SUITE 810
Atlanta, GA 30309
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 112 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1427540699 (404) 446-1890
Vital Path Care PC
451 mi
Podiatrist
2057 VALLEYDALE RD STE 109
Hoover, AL 35244
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama, Kentucky and Maryland enrollments
  • 25 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1619788858 (205) 822-8038
Upperline Healthcare, PC
454 mi
Foot & Ankle Surgery
2116 CHAPEL HILL RD
Hoover, AL 35216
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Texas enrollments
  • 140 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538686498 (407) 219-5402
Apc Holdings LLC
463 mi
Nurse Practitioner
2731 ALLISON BONNETT MEMORIAL DR
Hueytown, AL 35023
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama, North Carolina, Kentucky and Indiana enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1508758285 (North Carolina), NPI 1710879499 (Kentucky), NPI 1104718881 (Indiana)
  • 15 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1306738034 (205) 548-4102
Cumberland Foot And Ankle Center
620 mi
Foot & Ankle Surgery
475 N HIGHWAY 25 W, SUITE 101
Williamsburg, KY 40769
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Cumberland Foot & Ankle Centers
  • 31 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1467768747 (606) 679-2773
Apex Wellness Inc
622 mi
Family Medicine
4101 CHARLOTTE AVE STE F185
Nashville, TN 37209
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Texas enrollments
  • 11 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1386527976 (844) 386-3338
Adcs Care Management 1 Inc
622 mi
Family Medicine
4101 CHARLOTTE AVE STE F185
Nashville, TN 37209
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Pennsylvania and South Carolina enrollments
  • 14 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1609759653 (855) 669-7843

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 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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
293 services263 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
175 services129 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.
113 services106 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
111 services108 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
59 services59 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33781 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
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

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 Melissa Cruz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Cruz is 1497421630. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 18, 2021.

Where is Melissa Cruz located?

Melissa Cruz practices at 4715 71st Ave N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781. The listed phone number is (786) 546-4440.

What is Melissa Cruz's specialty?

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

Is Melissa Cruz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa 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 Melissa Cruz's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Melissa Cruz reassigns Medicare benefits to 14 organizations: Pascarella Hoover Finkelstein & Wagner DPM PA (Altamonte Springs, FL), Starke Family Medical Center Inc (Starke, FL), Fpm Holdings LLC (Daphne, AL), Village Podiatry Group II, LLC. (Atlanta, GA), Vital Path Care PC (Hoover, AL) and 9 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Melissa Cruz's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Melissa Cruz accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Melissa 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Cruz was last updated on December 13, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.