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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cort, Internist in East Orange, NJ?
Dr. James Cort, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Orange, NJ. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Cort graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cort is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cort’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cort’s office at (973) 673-2260.
Where did Dr. Cort go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | Howard Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Cort board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Cort, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cort speak?
Dr. Cort and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cort typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cort 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. Cort. 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:
- Obesity
- Overweight
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- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cort typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Cort 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. Cort. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Does Dr. Cort accept my insurance?
Dr. Cort accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 673-2260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cort accept in East Orange, NJ?
Dr. Cort in East Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cort's office located?
What is Dr. Cort's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cort's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851467294.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cort?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cort
What is Dr. James Cort's specialty?
Dr. Cort is a Internist near East Orange, NJ.
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. James Cort affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cort is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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 James Cort accepting new patients in East Orange, NJ?
Yes, Dr. James Cort is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Cort offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cort's office at (973) 673-2260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Cort?
Please contact Dr. Cort's office at (973) 673-2260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Cort have?
Dr. James Cort is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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