Francisco Cruz, M.D.
NPI 1497714133 · Nephrology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Francisco Cruz, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1497714133).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497714133
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 025034 (LA)
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 tenure25% of score
20 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
415 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 126 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 74 | $180 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 55 | $128 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 45 | $173 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure Requiring Repeated Evaluation90937 | 26 | $102 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 45 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 197 | 60 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 135 | 42 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 116 | 41 |
| Carvedilol | 102 | 29 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 100 | 31 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 99 | 24 |
| Allopurinol | 95 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,187 across 60 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
- 2006-03-21
- Last updated
- 2017-08-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Francisco Cruz's NPI number?
- Francisco Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497714133, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Francisco Cruz's specialty?
- Francisco Cruz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Francisco Cruz located?
- Francisco Cruz's practice location on file with NPPES is 3434 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70115-3532.
- What is Francisco Cruz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Francisco Cruz is (504) 897-4425.
- Does Francisco Cruz accept Medicare?
- Francisco Cruz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Francisco Cruz's NPI active?
- Yes — Francisco Cruz's NPI (1497714133) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-08-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.