31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cortes, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Jose Cortes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Cortes graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe and completed his residency at Cabrini Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Cabrini Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cortes is fluent in English 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 (212) 260-7474.
Where did Dr. Cortes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cabrini Med. Center
Residency: Cabrini Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Cabrini Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Cabrini Med. Center | CABRINI MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Universidad Central Del Caribe
Is Dr. Cortes board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jose Cortes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cortes speak?
Dr. Cortes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cortes typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose 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 (212) 260-7474 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortes accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Cortes in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderserve Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cortes' office located?
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 1710077409.
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. Jose Cortes's specialty?
Dr. Cortes is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Jose Cortes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cortes is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jose Cortes accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jose Cortes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Cortes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (212) 260-7474 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Cortes?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (212) 260-7474 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Cortes have?
Dr. Jose Cortes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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