Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ruy Cruz, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1710137823
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.5 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
3459 5Th Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 152133236
(412) 647-5800
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 18, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD435343
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710137823. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
57
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$4,384
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 57 | 19 | $77 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 37 peers in Pittsburgh Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 30. This provider delivers 1.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
565
Patients
33
Total drug cost
$69,896
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium Chloride (0.9 % Sodium Chloride) | Brand | 138 | 17 | $5,463 |
| Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate (Dexamethasone Sodium Phosp/Pf) | Brand | 77 | 0 | $251 |
| Tacrolimus | Generic | 52 | 16 | $14,795 |
| Loperamide (Loperamide Hcl) | Brand | 45 | 0 | $9,511 |
| Heparin Sodium (Heparin Sodium,Porcine) | Brand | 40 | 0 | $2,147 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 38 | 0 | $1,854 |
| Potassium Phosphate (Potassium Phos,M-Basic-D-Basic) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $4,466 |
| Colestipol Hcl | Generic | 24 | 0 | $2,921 |
| Diphenoxylate-Atropine (Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropine) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $2,003 |
| Sodium Acetate | Generic | 23 | 0 | $4,025 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ruy Cruz's medical specialty?
Dr. Ruy Cruz practices Surgery Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Ruy Cruz practice?
Dr. Ruy Cruz practices at 3459 5Th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 152133236. Office phone: 4126475800.
What is Dr. Ruy Cruz's NPI?
Dr. Ruy Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710137823, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ruy Cruz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ruy Cruz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ruy Cruz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.