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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cortes, Orthopedic Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Alejandro Cortes, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cortes is fluent in English, 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 (800) 926-8273.
What languages does Dr. Cortes speak?
Dr. Cortes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cortes typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
Also known as:
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cortes typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cortes performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Cortes accept my insurance?
Dr. Cortes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortes accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Cortes in La Jolla, CA 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
CommonSpirit Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cortes' office located?
Dr. Alejandro Cortes' Primary Practice
9400 Campus Point Dr
La Jolla, CA 92093
(800) 926-8273
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 1972066785.
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. Alejandro Cortes's specialty?
Dr. Cortes is a Orthopedic Surgeon near La Jolla, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Cortes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cortes is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Marshall Hospital, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Palomar Medical Center Escondido which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Alejandro Cortes accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Cortes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Cortes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Cortes?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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