Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carmen Cruz, MD
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Carolina, PR
- NPI 1366420960
- Accepts Medicare
- 44 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Plaza Carolina Mall, Tercer Nivel Ste 10
Carolina, PR 00988
(787) 750-2620
fax (787) 750-7730 - Mailing address
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Calle 2 Paseo Alto 46
San Juan, PR 009265918
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 10, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Puerto Rico #8791
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1366420960. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
45
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$2,737
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 31 | 22 | $56 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 14 | 14 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Carolina Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 99. This provider delivers 0.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$149
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $125.00 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $24.23 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,778
Patients
1,146
Total drug cost
$58,053
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Betamethasone Diprop Augmented (Betamethasone/Propylene Glyc) | Brand | 312 | 181 | $23,442 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 312 | 266 | $2,877 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 294 | 152 | $7,207 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 155 | 98 | $2,519 |
| Mometasone Furoate | Generic | 106 | 65 | $2,736 |
| Ammonium Lactate | Generic | 90 | 68 | $2,148 |
| Ciclopirox (Ciclopirox Olamine) | Brand | 82 | 58 | $1,265 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 78 | 28 | $658 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 76 | 57 | $2,094 |
| Desonide | Generic | 64 | 44 | $5,399 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carmen Cruz's medical specialty?
Dr. Carmen Cruz practices Dermatology Physician in Carolina, PR.
Where does Dr. Carmen Cruz practice?
Dr. Carmen Cruz practices at Plaza Carolina Mall, Carolina, PR 00988. Office phone: 7877502620.
What is Dr. Carmen Cruz's NPI?
Dr. Carmen Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366420960, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carmen Cruz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carmen Cruz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carmen Cruz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99202). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.