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Dr. Salvador Ortega, MD

Salem, OR

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ortega, Family Medicine Specialist in Salem, OR?

    Dr. Salvador Ortega, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salem, OR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Ortega graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Ventura Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Ortega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortega’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortega’s office at (503) 585-6388.

    Where did Dr. Ortega go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ventura Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Ventura County Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Ortega board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Salvador Ortega, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ortega speak?

    Dr. Ortega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ortega typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ortega 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. Ortega. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ortega typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Salvador Ortega may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ortega's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ortega accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ortega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 585-6388 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ortega accept in Salem, OR?

    Dr. Ortega in Salem, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Medicare

    • PacificSource

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ortega's office located?

    Dr. Salvador Ortega's Primary Practice

    435 Lancaster Dr NE

    Salem, OR 97301

    (503) 585-6388

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    Dr. Salvador Ortega's Practice 2

    685 36th Ave NE

    Salem, OR 97301

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    What is Dr. Ortega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ortega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699881466.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortega?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortega

    What is Dr. Salvador Ortega's specialty?

    Dr. Ortega is a Family Medicine Specialist near Salem, OR.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Salvador Ortega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ortega is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: El Centro Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Salvador Ortega accepting new patients in Salem, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Salvador Ortega is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salvador Ortega offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (503) 585-6388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Salvador Ortega?

    Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (503) 585-6388 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Salvador Ortega have?

    Dr. Salvador Ortega is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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