Christian-Joseph Cruz, APRN
NPI 1942685557 · Nurse Practitioner · Tampa, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christian-Joseph Cruz, APRN is a Nurse Practitioner provider in Tampa, FL (NPI 1942685557).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942685557
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- APRN
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- RN9285211 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Nursing Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 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
606 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 89 | $23 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 83 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 77 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 77 | $106 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 72 | $32 |
| X-Ray of Entire Middle and Lower Spine, 2-3 Views72082 | 54 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 45 | 42 |
| Gabapentin | 39 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 36 | 22 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 25 | 15 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 24 | 20 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 16 | 14 |
| Tizanidine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,304 across 33 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
- 2015-07-24
- Last updated
- 2026-05-26
- Certified
- 2026-05-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christian-Joseph Cruz's NPI number?
- Christian-Joseph Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942685557, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christian-Joseph Cruz's specialty?
- Christian-Joseph Cruz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Christian-Joseph Cruz located?
- Christian-Joseph Cruz's practice location on file with NPPES is 5016 W Cypress St Ste 210, Tampa, FL 33607-3809.
- What is Christian-Joseph Cruz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christian-Joseph Cruz is (813) 978-9700.
- Does Christian-Joseph Cruz accept Medicare?
- Christian-Joseph Cruz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christian-Joseph Cruz's NPI active?
- Yes — Christian-Joseph Cruz's NPI (1942685557) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.