Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melissa Cruz, Physician Assistant
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Physician Assistant · Medical Physician Assistant · Ypsilanti, MI
- NPI 1407382062
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5333 McAuley Dr, Suite 6016
Ypsilanti, MI 481971005
(734) 712-8350 - Mailing address
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Po Box 932701
Cleveland, OH 441930015
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 8, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #5601008180
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1407382062. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
314
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$23,903
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
32555 |
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance | 72 | 54 | $94 | |
49083 |
Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance | 63 | 33 | $89 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 25 | 20 | $43 | |
76937 |
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access | 21 | 20 | $13 | |
10005 |
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth | 19 | 19 | $62 | |
99451 |
Telephone, internet, or electronic health record assessment and management with written report by consulting physician, at least 5 minutes | 19 | 19 | $26 | |
77012 |
Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement | 17 | 17 | $61 | |
38222 |
Biopsy and aspiration of bone marrow sample for diagnosis | 15 | 15 | $65 | |
77002 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement | 15 | 13 | $23 | |
99446 |
Telephone, internet, or electronic health record assessment and management with verbal and written report by consulting physician, 5-10 minutes | 15 | 15 | $15 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Ypsilanti Surgical Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 24. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melissa Cruz's medical specialty?
Dr. Melissa Cruz practices Surgical Physician Assistant in Ypsilanti, MI.
Where does Dr. Melissa Cruz practice?
Dr. Melissa Cruz practices at 5333 McAuley Dr, Ypsilanti, MI 481971005. Office phone: 7347128350.
What is Dr. Melissa Cruz's NPI?
Dr. Melissa Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407382062, 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: Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance (HCPCS 32555); Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance (HCPCS 49083); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.