Carl Cruse, MD
NPI 1568474997 · Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician · Tampa, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carl Cruse, MD is a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician provider in Tampa, FL (NPI 1568474997).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568474997
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME21250 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 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
394 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 126 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 59 | $35 |
| Removal of Cancer Skin Growth of Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips, Or Mouth, 2.1-3.0 Cm11643 | 41 | $155 |
| Removal of Cancer Skin Growth of Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips, Or Mouth, 1.1-2.0 Cm11642 | 37 | $101 |
| Partial Thickness Self Skin Graft to Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Around Eyes, Genitals, Hands, Feet, Fingers, Or Toes, 100.0 Sq Cm Or 1% Body Area for Infants and Children, Or Less15120 | 29 | $638 |
| Removal of Cancer Skin Growth of Scalp, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, More Than 4.0 Cm |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-13
- Last updated
- 2021-03-31
- Certified
- 2021-03-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carl Cruse's NPI number?
- Carl Cruse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568474997, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carl Cruse's specialty?
- Carl Cruse is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carl Cruse located?
- Carl Cruse's practice location on file with NPPES is 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612-4742.
- What is Carl Cruse's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carl Cruse is (813) 259-0800.
- Does Carl Cruse accept Medicare?
- Carl Cruse is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carl Cruse's NPI active?
- Yes — Carl Cruse's NPI (1568474997) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.