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MRS. DANA CHARLENE CRUZ MSN, MA, FNP-C
NPI 1548337843
Nurse Practitioner in San Antonio, TX

Active since November 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
22135 BULVERDE RD STE 106, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78259(281) 783-8162 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 12, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 12, 2022, Feb 14, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Mrs. Dana Charlene Cruz Msn, Ma, Fnp-c NPPES

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

MRS. DANA CHARLENE CRUZ MSN, MA, FNP-C (NPI 1548337843) is an individual nurse practitioner in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP120137) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Lackland Afb, and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548337843
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. DANA CHARLENE CRUZCredential: MSN, MA, FNP-C
Location Address22135 BULVERDE RD STE 106San Antonio, TX 78259-1849
Mailing Address2925 Briarpark Dr Ste 575Houston, TX 77042-3776 · (832) 626-2842 · Fax (832) 626-2842
Phone(281) 783-8162
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateNovember 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 12, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 12, 2022
✔ NPI 1548337843 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · AP120137
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
Also ListedNurse Practitioner · FamilyTaxonomy 363LF0000X · License 120137 (TX)
22135 BULVERDE RD STE 106, San Antonio, TX 78259
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11100 Wilford Hall LoopLackland AFB, TX 78236-5638 · Phone (210) 292-7331

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Harbor Health, Oscar Insurance Company and more.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. Dana Charlene Cruz Msn, Ma, Fnp-c 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 ID6406166065
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200219000965
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Dana Cruz reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Tmc Provider Group PLLC
4.6 mi
Urgent Care
323 N LOOP 1604 W
San Antonio, TX 78232
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 223 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1487019287 (210) 549-5893
Emergency Medicine Services Of Tx, PLLC
13 mi
Emergency Medicine
7700 FLOYD CURL DR
San Antonio, TX 78229
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 1,452 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1245938729 (210) 575-4000
Nluc PLLC
158 mi
Urgent Care
9722 GASTON RD STE 190
Katy, TX 77494
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 379 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1972152965 (281) 783-8162

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 4

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 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.
48 services47 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
29 services29 patients
Respiratory infectious agent detection by rna for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid 19), influenza a, influenza b, and respiratory syncytial virus, upper respiratory specimen, each reported as detected or not detected 0241U
This test detects the RNA of respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, Influenza A, Influenza B, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus, in an upper respiratory specimen. The test result will report if each virus is detected or not, helping in accurate diagnosis.
14 services14 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78259 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

BROOKE MARIE BYNUM N.P.
Nurse Practitioner
22135 BULVERDE RD STE 106
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78259
Bexar County (281) 783-8162
TULAMARIE ALEXIES DERENCIUS P.A.
Physician Assistant
22135 BULVERDE RD STE 106
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78259
Bexar County (281) 783-8162

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 Dana Cruz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dana Cruz is 1548337843. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 29, 2006.

Where is Dana Cruz located?

Dana Cruz practices at 22135 Bulverde Rd Ste 106, San Antonio, TX 78259. The listed phone number is (281) 783-8162.

What is Dana Cruz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Dana Cruz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dana 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 Dana Cruz's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Dana Cruz reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Tmc Provider Group PLLC (San Antonio, TX), Emergency Medicine Services Of Tx, PLLC (San Antonio, TX) and Nluc PLLC (Katy, TX). 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 Dana Cruz's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Dana Cruz accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Harbor Health, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Dana 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 Dana Cruz was last updated on August 12, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.