MC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cortez, Neurologist in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Melissa Cortez, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Cortez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortez’s office at (801) 585-6387.
Is Dr. Cortez board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Cortez, DO is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Cortez speak?
Dr. Cortez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Cortez typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Cortez diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Cortez. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Postural Hypotension
- Dizziness on Standing
- Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I951: Orthostatic hypotension
Also known as:
- Autonomic nervous system disorder
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- ANS disorder
- Dysautonomia
- Autonomic neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G909: Disorder of the autonomic nervous system, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Cortez typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Cortez may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cortez accept my insurance?
Dr. Cortez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 585-6387 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortez accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Cortez in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Government Employees Health Association
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Cortez's office located?
Dr. Melissa Cortez's Primary Practice
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
(801) 585-6387
What is Dr. Cortez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cortez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336311307.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cortez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cortez
What is Dr. Melissa Cortez's specialty?
Dr. Cortez is a Neurologist near Salt Lake City, UT.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Melissa Cortez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cortez is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Melissa Cortez accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Cortez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Cortez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office at (801) 585-6387 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Cortez?
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office at (801) 585-6387 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Cortez have?
Dr. Melissa Cortez is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Other Neurologist Near Salt Lake City, UT
HH
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Holly Huang, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Murray, UT with 2 additional practice locations.
Murray, UT
BJ
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Brian Johnson, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT.
Salt Lake City, UT
AP
Clinical Neurophysiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Angela Peters, MD is a Clinical Neurophysiologist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 1 additional practice location.
Salt Lake City, UT