Raymond Cruz, MD
NPI 1609034362 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Pulaski, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Raymond Cruz, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Pulaski, VA (NPI 1609034362).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609034362
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01012387950 (VA)
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
18 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
604 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 446 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 69 | $97 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 34 | $57 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 30 | $133 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 13 | $81 |
| Biopsy and Aspiration of Bone Marrow Sample for Diagnosis38222 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 71 | 26 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 50 | — |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 47 | 15 |
| Acyclovir | 46 | — |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 41 | 20 |
| Prednisone | 39 | 13 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 39 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$144 across 7 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
- 2008-05-29
- Last updated
- 2016-08-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Raymond Cruz's NPI number?
- Raymond Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609034362, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Raymond Cruz's specialty?
- Raymond Cruz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Raymond Cruz located?
- Raymond Cruz's practice location on file with NPPES is 2400 Lee Hwy N, Pulaski, VA 24301-2326.
- What is Raymond Cruz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Raymond Cruz is (540) 994-8580.
- Does Raymond Cruz accept Medicare?
- Raymond Cruz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Raymond Cruz's NPI active?
- Yes — Raymond Cruz's NPI (1609034362) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-08-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.