Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Catherine Cruz, RN, NP-C, MSN
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Adult Health Nurse Practitioner · New Brunswick, NJ
- NPI 1255529707
- Accepts Medicare
- 20 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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195 Little Albany St, Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ 089011914
(732) 235-6455
fax (732) 235-6462
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 20, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LA2200X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- New Jersey #26NJ00683400 · New York #F304695
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1255529707. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
361
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$31,538
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 216 | 80 | $88 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 89 | 50 | $58 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 56 | 37 | $130 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in New Brunswick Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 62. This provider delivers 5.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$120
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $120.29 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
100
Patients
29
Total drug cost
$16,989
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 23 | 18 | $182 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 20 | 0 | $259 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 17 | 11 | $277 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 15 | 0 | $141 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $9,748 |
| Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $6,382 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Catherine Cruz's medical specialty?
Dr. Catherine Cruz practices Adult Health Nurse Practitioner in New Brunswick, NJ.
Where does Dr. Catherine Cruz practice?
Dr. Catherine Cruz practices at 195 Little Albany St, New Brunswick, NJ 089011914. Office phone: 7322356455.
What is Dr. Catherine Cruz's NPI?
Dr. Catherine Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255529707, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Catherine Cruz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Catherine Cruz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Catherine Cruz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.