Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ernesto Cruz, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Phoenix, AZ
- NPI 1134190135
- Accepts Medicare
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2632 N 20Th St
Phoenix, AZ 850061339
(602) 266-2200
fax (602) 240-6177 - Mailing address
-
Po Box 61773
Phoenix, AZ 850821773
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 28, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #26508
- Medicaid
- AZ #429929
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134190135. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
391
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$28,731
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 177 | 177 | $66 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 41 | 32 | $95 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 39 | 32 | $126 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 31 | 30 | $14 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 24 | 24 | $162 | |
93018 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician | 19 | 19 | $14 | |
93016 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician | 17 | 17 | $21 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 17 | 17 | $119 | |
93308 |
Ultrasound of heart, follow-up | 14 | 13 | $24 | |
78452 |
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect | 12 | 12 | $74 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 36 peers in Phoenix Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 151. This provider delivers 2.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
441
Patients
186
Total drug cost
$76,525
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 66 | 19 | $59,328 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 56 | 26 | $931 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 52 | 23 | $560 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 43 | 20 | $542 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 34 | 19 | $354 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 33 | 16 | $245 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 28 | 13 | $633 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 25 | 11 | $422 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 24 | 12 | $328 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 21 | 14 | $407 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ernesto Cruz's medical specialty?
Dr. Ernesto Cruz practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Phoenix, AZ.
Where does Dr. Ernesto Cruz practice?
Dr. Ernesto Cruz practices at 2632 N 20Th St, Phoenix, AZ 850061339. Office phone: 6022662200.
What is Dr. Ernesto Cruz's NPI?
Dr. Ernesto Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134190135, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ernesto Cruz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ernesto Cruz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ernesto Cruz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.