24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cortez, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Matthew Cortez, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Cortez completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Cortez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortez’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortez’s office at (337) 984-7828.
Where did Dr. Cortez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Cortez board certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Transient Rapid Breathing in Newborns
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Temporary fast breathing in infants
- Wet lung syndrome in newborns
- Transient tachypnea of newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- P221: Transient tachypnea of newborn
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks
Also known as:
- Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Hearing Impairment
- Deafness
- Poor Hearing
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear
Which procedures does Dr. Cortez perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Matthew Cortez may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
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 (337) 984-7828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortez accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Cortez in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cortez's office located?
Dr. Matthew Cortez's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(337) 984-7828
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 1952322638.
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. Matthew Cortez's specialty?
Dr. Cortez is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near New Orleans, LA. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Cortez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Cortez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cortez is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics 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 Matthew Cortez accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Cortez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Cortez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office at (337) 984-7828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Cortez?
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office at (337) 984-7828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Cortez have?
Dr. Matthew Cortez is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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