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Who is Dr. Cortez, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Anaheim, CA?
Dr. Alan Cortez, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Anaheim, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Cortez graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pediatric Endocrinology; St Christophers Hosp Chldn, Pediatrics. Dr. Cortez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortez’s office at (714) 279-4380.
Where did Dr. Cortez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pediatric Endocrinology; St Christophers Hosp Chldn, Pediatrics | St Christopher's Hospital for Children Program
Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny | Stony Brook Univ Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Cortez board certified in Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Alan Cortez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Cortez speak?
Dr. Cortez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cortez treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
Also known as:
- Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Birth Defects
- 21-hydroxylase deficiency
- 3-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 11-beta-hydroxylase deficiency
- CAH
- Adrenogenital Syndrome
- Enzyme Deficiency Adrenal Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E250: Congenital adrenogenital disorders associated with enzyme deficiency
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Which procedures does Dr. Cortez perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alan Cortez may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cortez's office.
Does Dr. Cortez accept my insurance?
Dr. Cortez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 279-4380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortez accept in Anaheim, CA?
Dr. Cortez in Anaheim, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Cortez's office located?
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 1225109291.
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. Alan Cortez's specialty?
Dr. Cortez is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Anaheim, CA. A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region. Contact Dr. Cortez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alan Cortez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cortez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Alan Cortez accepting new patients in Anaheim, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alan Cortez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Cortez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office at (714) 279-4380 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Cortez?
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office at (714) 279-4380 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Cortez have?
Dr. Alan Cortez is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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