2026 NPPES data Independent Duty Corpsman NPI 1861779951 PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
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JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Independent Duty Corpsman in CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
90
Medicare Part D claims · 44 beneficiaries · Independent Duty Corpsman avg: 200
Generic prescribing
79%
generic claims · 21% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT filed 90 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Independent Duty Corpsman in CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina, prescribing 79% generic.

90
Part D claims, 2023
79%
generic prescribing

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JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

90 0th percentile higher than 0% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 11/03/2011

NPI 1861779951

Primary specialty

Independent Duty Corpsman

Niche

2,978 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

90 55% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 200

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Independent Duty Corpsman compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Independent Duty Corpsman share within North Carolina

1. Independent Duty Corpsman42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Independent Duty Corpsman share within North Carolina

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Independent Duty Corpsman (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Independent Duty Corpsman ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Independent Duty Corpsman) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Independent Duty Corpsman) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Independent Duty Corpsman provider holding PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT credentials at 100 BREWSTER BLVD, CAMP LEJEUNE, NC, 28547, with a listed phone of (901) 450-4722. NPI 1861779951 was issued on 11/03/2011. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what DE LA CRUZ most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 90 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 44 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $12K in drug spend, split 21% brand-name and 79% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Independent Duty Corpsman is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 2,978 enrolled providers across 45 states and an average of 200 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

100 BREWSTER BLVD
CAMP LEJEUNE, NC 28547

Provider Details

NPI 1861779951
Specialty Independent Duty Corpsman
Credentials PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Gender Male
NPI Issued 11/03/2011

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

HARTFORD HOSPITAL
★★★★☆ 4/5
HARTFORD, CT
Acute Care Hospitals
CMS CCN: 070025

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT — brand share 21.0%
Specialty average (est.)

21% brand-name claims vs 79% generic, on 90 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

90
Total Claims
$12K
Total Drug Cost
44
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
207
Total Day Supply
5,973
Brand vs Generic
21% brand / 79% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$11K
Generic Drug Cost
$1K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.58
Gender Split
50% female / 50% male

Independent Duty Corpsman Overview

How JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT fits within the Independent Duty Corpsman landscape nationally.

2,978
Independent Duty Corpsman Providers in US
45
States with Independent Duty Corpsman
200
Avg Claims per Provider

JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT's 90 claims are below the specialty average of 200.

Nearby Independent Duty Corpsman Providers in North Carolina

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Carolina, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as DE LA CRUZ.

Compare Independent Duty Corpsman nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT's specialty?
JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT specializes in Independent Duty Corpsman and practices in CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina. Credentials: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT.
How much does JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT wrote 90 Medicare Part D claims totaling $12K in drug costs for 44 beneficiaries.
Where is JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT located?
JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT is located at 100 BREWSTER BLVD, CAMP LEJEUNE, NC, 28547. Phone: (901) 450-4722.
What is JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT's NPI number?
JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861779951, issued on 11/03/2011.
Does JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT's prescribing is 21% brand-name and 79% generic drugs by claim count, with $11K in brand drug costs.
How many Independent Duty Corpsman providers are there in the US?
There are 2,978 Independent Duty Corpsman providers across 45 states in the US. The average Independent Duty Corpsman provider writes 200 Medicare Part D claims per year.
Does JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT accept Medicare?
JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT appears in CMS Medicare data with 90 Part D claims and 44 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT's credentials?
JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT's NPI is 1861779951 with credentials PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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