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MRS. LUCITA MENCHAVEZ CRUZ MD
NPI 1770526477
Internal Medicine in Norwalk, CA

Active since June 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
12507 E ALONDRA BLVD, NORWALK, CA 90650(562) 802-2203(562) 262-2706 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 13, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Mrs. Lucita Menchavez Cruz Md NPPES

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

MRS. LUCITA MENCHAVEZ CRUZ MD (NPI 1770526477) is an individual internal medicine provider in Norwalk, California, licensed in California (A37419) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1966).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770526477
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. LUCITA MENCHAVEZ CRUZCredential: MD
Location Address12507 E ALONDRA BLVDNorwalk, CA 90650
Mailing Address12507 E Alondra BlvdNorwalk, CA 90650 · (562) 802-2203 · Fax (562) 262-2706
Phone(562) 802-2203
Fax(562) 262-2706
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1966
Enumeration DateJune 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 13, 2017
✔ NPI 1770526477 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A37419
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
12507 E ALONDRA BLVD, Norwalk, CA 90650
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINA85011
Medicaid00A374190CA
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedA37419CA

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

Mrs. Lucita Menchavez Cruz Md 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 ID3173711348
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110103001054
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.

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.
124 services60 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.
45 services34 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
27 services27 patients
Annual wellness visit; includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), initial visit G0438
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your doctor to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's an opportunity to discuss your health status and goals and get a plan tailored for you.
26 services26 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90650 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
100%67 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
9 suppliers33 claims77 services$6.34 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
9 suppliers32 claims42 services$1.09 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
2 suppliers20 claims20 services$61.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Lucita Cruz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lucita Cruz is 1770526477. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2006.

Where is Lucita Cruz located?

Lucita Cruz practices at 12507 E Alondra Blvd, Norwalk, CA 90650. The listed phone number is (562) 802-2203.

What is Lucita Cruz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Lucita Cruz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lucita 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lucita Cruz was last updated on March 13, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.