21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Cortes, Internist in Lady Lake, FL?
Dr. Cristina Cortes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lady Lake, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Cortes completed her residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Cortes is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortes’s office at (352) 775-3565.
Where did Dr. Cortes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center
Is Dr. Cortes board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Cristina Cortes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005
What languages does Dr. Cortes speak?
Dr. Cortes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cortes typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cortes 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. Cortes. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cortes typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Cristina Cortes may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Cortes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cortes accept my insurance?
Dr. Cortes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 775-3565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortes accept in Lady Lake, FL?
Dr. Cortes in Lady Lake, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cortes' office located?
Dr. Cristina Cortes' Primary Practice
929 N US Highway 27/ 441 Ste 603
Lady Lake, FL 32159
(352) 775-3565
What is Dr. Cortes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cortes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821106790.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cortes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cortes
What is Dr. Cristina Cortes's specialty?
Dr. Cortes is a Internist near Lady Lake, FL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Cristina Cortes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cortes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uf Health Shands Hospital. 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
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Is Cristina Cortes accepting new patients in Lady Lake, FL?
Yes, Dr. Cristina Cortes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cristina Cortes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (352) 775-3565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cristina Cortes?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (352) 775-3565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cristina Cortes have?
Dr. Cristina Cortes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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