Expertise in
41
conditions

Dr. Daniel E. Cruz

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
The Regents Of The University Of California
757 Westwood Plz, 
Los Angeles, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
41
conditions
The Regents Of The University Of California
757 Westwood Plz, 
Los Angeles, CA 

Overview

Daniel Cruz is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Cruz is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 27 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
UCLA West Valley Medical Center
Santa Monica - UCLA Med Ctr & Orthopaedic Hospital
French Hospital Medical Center
Marian Regional Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Net

Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.

HMSA
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
LA Care
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
SCAN Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
757 Westwood Plz, Los Angeles, CA 90095
Other Locations
THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 210, Santa Monica, CA 90404
THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
900 Weyburn Place, Suite 14 171, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

27 Total Publications

Genetic drivers of protein changes over time: Findings, considerations, and approaches in TOPMed cohorts and UK Biobank.
Genetic drivers of protein changes over time: Findings, considerations, and approaches in TOPMed cohorts and UK Biobank.
Journal: bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology
Published: August 20, 2026
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100 Medical Plz E Ste 630, 
Los Angeles, CA 
 (0.3 miles away)
310-825-8816
Languages Spoken:
English
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Daniel E. Cruz

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel E. Cruz?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Daniel E. Cruz by calling their office at 310-267-9643. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Daniel E. Cruz a top-rated expert for Heart Failure?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Daniel E. Cruz is classified as an Distinguished expert for Heart Failure, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Daniel E. Cruz specialize in?

While Dr. Daniel E. Cruz is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology.

Does Dr. Daniel E. Cruz participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Daniel E. Cruz has published 27 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Failure. You can view a list of Dr. Daniel E. Cruz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Daniel E. Cruz accept my insurance?

Dr. Daniel E. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-267-9643 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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