Fernando Cruz, MD
NPI 1326591041 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Clovis, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fernando Cruz, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Clovis, CA (NPI 1326591041).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326591041
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A163889 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
163 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prosthetic Repair of Shoulder Joint, Total Shoulder23472 | 42 | $239 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 39 | $37 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 31 | $169 |
| Revision of Total Shoulder Repair, Total Shoulder23474 | 20 | $289 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 17 | $130 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 6 Or More Views72052 | 14 | $66 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 87 | 86 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 81 | 77 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 76 | 74 |
| Celecoxib | 72 | 71 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 35 | 35 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 19 | 16 |
| Naloxone Hcl | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,244 across 17 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-07-28
- Last updated
- 2024-08-22
- Certified
- 2024-08-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fernando Cruz's NPI number?
- Fernando Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326591041, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fernando Cruz's specialty?
- Fernando Cruz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fernando Cruz located?
- Fernando Cruz's practice location on file with NPPES is 604 N Magnolia Ave Ste 100, Clovis, CA 93611-9205.
- What is Fernando Cruz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fernando Cruz is (559) 320-0531.
- Does Fernando Cruz accept Medicare?
- Fernando Cruz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fernando Cruz's NPI active?
- Yes — Fernando Cruz's NPI (1326591041) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.