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Dr. Michael Cruz, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 61
Dr. Michael Cruz, MD
4.3 (48 Ratings)

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Dr. Michael Cruz, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Spokane, WA.
Dr. Michael Cruz, MD
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Dr. Michael Cruz, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 61
Spokane, WA
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Michael Cruz, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Spokane, WA.

About

Dr. Cruz graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1995 and completed a residency at Med College Of Wisc Affil Hospital.Dr. Michael Cruz, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Spokane, WA and has 29 years experience. Dr. Cruz currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp.. Dr. Cruz has experience treating conditions like Chronic Sinusitis and Sinusitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Cruz received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 48 times. Dr. Cruz's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Cruz is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Enter a condition or procedure
Chronic Sinusitis
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Sinusitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Sinusitis
Nasal Polyp
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Acute Sinusitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Animal Allergies
Bone Cancer
Broken Nose
Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Rhinitis
Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Enlarged Turbinates
Facial Fracture
Headache
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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Nosebleed
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pollen Allergy
Postnasal Drip
Sleep Apnea
Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Aeroallergen Hyposensitization Therapy
Allergy Shots
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Balloon Sinuplasty
Desensitization
Excision of Facial Bone
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Adenoiditis
Allergic Reaction
Allergic Rhinitis Due to Food
Anosmia
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Aspergillosis
Bell's Palsy
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Chronic Adenoid Infection
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Nasopharyngitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Common Cold
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Craniopharyngioma
Down Syndrome
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Ear Cancer
Ear Disorders
Earwax Buildup
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Exercise Induced Asthma
Food Allergy
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Hyperacusis
Labyrinthine Dysfunction
Laryngeal Cancer
Laryngitis
Larynx Conditions
Loss of Taste
Malignant Otitis Externa
Mast Cell Diseases
Meniere's Disease
Meningiomas
Mixed Hearing Loss
Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
Nose Cancer
Oral Cancer
Orbital Fracture
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Parosmia
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Perforated Eardrum
Pharyngitis
Retropharyngeal Abscess
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Sore Throat
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Throat Pain
Tinnitus
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Tongue Cancer
Tongue-Tie
Tonsillitis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vertigo
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Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Polyp
Wheezing
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Abscess Incision and Drainage
Adenoidectomy
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Dacryocystorhinostomy
Ear Tube Placement
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery With Navigational System
ENT Surgery
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Neck Mass
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Fiberoptic Laryngoscopy
Head and Neck Surgery
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Myringotomy
Nasal Packing for Epitaxis
Oral Cancer Screening
Oral Surgical Procedures
Orbital Decompression and Orbitotomy
Posterior Nasal Pack
Sinus Surgery
Skull Base Surgery
Sphenoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Surgery
Tonsillectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Tracheostomy
Transphenoidal Surgery
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Uvulectomy
Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • HealthSmart
  • Medicare Advantage PFFS
    Health Net
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Open Access
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Assurant Health
  • Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • PacificSource
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Medicare
  • Coop Core
  • Humana
  • Blue Cross of Idaho PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Navigate HMO
  • Aetna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Cigna
  • Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Molina

Locations

  1. 1 Columbia Surgery Cener LLC
    217 W Cataldo Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 MultiCare Deaconess Hospital
    800 W 5th Ave, Spokane, WA 99204
    Monday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Tuesday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Wednesday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Thursday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Friday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Saturday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Sunday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
  3. 3 Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children's Hospital
    101 W 8th Ave, Spokane, WA 99204
  4. 4 Office
    9922 N Nevada St, Spokane, WA 99218
  5. 5 MultiCare Valley Hospital
    12606 E Mission Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cruz
4.3
Based on 48 Reviews
5 Stars (38)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (7)

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Apr 12, 2022
I have been plagued with sinus problems for decades. One visit with Dr Cruz and my sinus passage was so clear I actually felt light headed. I can now breath easily through my nose when sleeping. My wife really does miss my snoring...NOT!
Todd — Apr 12, 2022
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About Me

Specialties*
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Rhinology
Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology
Ear, Nose, and Throat
Otolaryngic Allergy
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    1996
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Med College Of Wisc Affil Hospital
    2000
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Cruz, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Cruz's profile.

Dr. Cruz frequently treats the following conditions: Chronic Sinusitis and Sinusitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Michael Cruz, MD is affiliated with Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp..

Yes, Dr. Michael Cruz, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp.

    101 W 8th Ave, Spokane, WA