Ernesto Cruz, MD
NPI 1134190135 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ernesto Cruz, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1134190135).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134190135
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26508 (AZ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 31 |
| Sacubitril/Valsartanbrand: Entresto | 21 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 20 |
| Lisinopril | 16 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 16 |
| Carvedilol | 15 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 12 |
| Losartan Potassium | 11 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-28
- Last updated
- 2012-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ernesto Cruz's NPI number?
- Ernesto Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134190135, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ernesto Cruz's specialty?
- Ernesto Cruz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ernesto Cruz located?
- Ernesto Cruz's practice location on file with NPPES is 2632 N 20th St, Phoenix, AZ 85006-1339.
- What is Ernesto Cruz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ernesto Cruz is (602) 266-2200.
- Does Ernesto Cruz accept Medicare?
- Ernesto Cruz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ernesto Cruz's NPI active?
- Yes — Ernesto Cruz's NPI (1134190135) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.