Summary

Dr. Ernesto Cruz specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing 36 years of clinical experience to patient care. They earned their medical degree from the University of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center and completed residency training at UCSF Medical Center. This extensive background has established them as an experienced practitioner in heart and cardiovascular health.

Dr. Cruz practices at Banner Desert Medical Center and maintains locations in Phoenix and Gilbert, Arizona. They focus on treating conditions such as obesity, cardiac arrhythmia, and hypertension. Their expertise includes performing contrast echocardiography, transthoracic echocardiograms, and electrocardiograms to evaluate heart function and diagnose cardiovascular conditions. Patients have given Dr. Cruz an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 36 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Ernesto R Cruz has 2 locations

Arizona Heart Institute

2632 N 20th StPhoenix, AZ 85006

Ernesto R Cruz Md

2065 W Obispo AveGilbert, AZ 85233

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Dr. Ernesto R Cruz, MDDr. Christian S. Lopez, MDDr. Vimalkumar Veerappan, MD, FACC, FACP, RPVIDr. Ish Singla, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
36 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Indian (Hindi) Speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi
Phoenix , AZSCOTTSDALE , AZPeoria , AZGOODYEAR , AZ
Med School: University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center Med School: Temple University School Of Medicine Med School: Kilpauk Medical College Med School: All-India Institute Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ernesto R Cruz

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Freedom Health
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ernesto R Cruz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ernesto R Cruz has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsf Medical Center

Medical School

University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical CenterGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Ernesto Cruz's office located?
Dr. Ernesto Cruz's office is located at 2632 N 20th St, Phoenix, AZ, 85006.
Does Dr. Ernesto Cruz accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ernesto Cruz accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernesto Cruz?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ernesto Cruz here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ernesto Cruz affiliated with?
Dr. Ernesto Cruz is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center.
Is Dr. Ernesto Cruz accepting new patients?
Dr. Ernesto Cruz has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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