Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Melissa Cruz, APRN

Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Pinellas Park, FL

  • NPI 1497421630
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 5 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
4715 71St Ave N
Pinellas Park, FL 337814424
(786) 546-4440

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
August 2021 — 5 yrs on file
Profile last updated
December 13, 2022
Year of graduation
2021 — 5 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
363LF0000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Florida #11014980
Medicaid
FL #112176200

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497421630. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
36
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$2,977
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 14 14 $99
99443 Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 11 11 $83
99449 Telephone or internet assessment with verbal and written report by consulting physician, more than 30 minutes 11 11 $61

In context: peer comparison

Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 441. This provider delivers 0.1× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Melissa Cruz's medical specialty?
Dr. Melissa Cruz practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Pinellas Park, FL.
Where does Dr. Melissa Cruz practice?
Dr. Melissa Cruz practices at 4715 71St Ave N, Pinellas Park, FL 337814424. Office phone: 7865464440.
What is Dr. Melissa Cruz's NPI?
Dr. Melissa Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497421630, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melissa Cruz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Cruz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melissa Cruz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99443); Telephone or internet assessment with verbal and written report by consulting physician (HCPCS 99449). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.