Carlos Cruz, M D
NPI 1700809480 · Vascular Surgery Physician · Denton, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Vascular Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carlos Cruz, M D is a Vascular Surgery Physician provider in Denton, TX (NPI 1700809480).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700809480
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L8024 (TX)
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
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
2,314 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 | 332 | $91 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm and Leg Arteries93922 | 308 | $12 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 300 | $38 |
| Ultrasound of Leg Arteries Or Artery Grafts93925 | 281 | $38 |
| Ultrasound of Hemodialysis Access93990 | 105 | $24 |
| Complete Ultrasound of Aorta, Vena Cava, Groin Vessels Or Bypass Grafts93978 | 75 | $38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 114 | 49 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 57 | 45 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 50 | 13 |
| Cilostazol | 44 | 16 |
| Warfarin Sodium | 21 | — |
| Gabapentin | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$863 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
- 2006-07-25
- Last updated
- 2022-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlos Cruz's NPI number?
- Carlos Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700809480, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carlos Cruz's specialty?
- Carlos Cruz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carlos Cruz located?
- Carlos Cruz's practice location on file with NPPES is 3322 Colorado Blvd, Denton, TX 76210-6888.
- What is Carlos Cruz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carlos Cruz is (940) 387-7588.
- Does Carlos Cruz accept Medicare?
- Carlos Cruz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carlos Cruz's NPI active?
- Yes — Carlos Cruz's NPI (1700809480) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.