Lorinda Cruz, MD
NPI 1295095289 · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Athens, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lorinda Cruz, MD is a Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Athens, GA (NPI 1295095289).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295095289
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 75774 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,317 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. 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 does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 378 | $123 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 316 | $9 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 163 | $125 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 154 | $18 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 152 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 59 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 96 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 221 | 78 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 187 | 86 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 174 | 73 |
| Omeprazole | 162 | 73 |
| Lisinopril | 139 | 59 |
| Losartan Potassium | 128 | 56 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-23
- Last updated
- 2026-03-04
- Certified
- 2026-03-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lorinda Cruz's NPI number?
- Lorinda Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295095289, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lorinda Cruz's specialty?
- Lorinda Cruz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lorinda Cruz located?
- Lorinda Cruz's practice location on file with NPPES is 1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 400a, Athens, GA 30606-2182.
- What is Lorinda Cruz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lorinda Cruz is (706) 548-8600.
- Does Lorinda Cruz accept Medicare?
- Lorinda Cruz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lorinda Cruz's NPI active?
- Yes — Lorinda Cruz's NPI (1295095289) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.