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Who is Dr. Cortes-Santos, Physiatrist in Caguas, PR?
Dr. Hector Cortes-Santos, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Caguas, PR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cortes-Santos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortes-Santos’s office at (787) 745-3636.
What languages does Dr. Cortes-Santos speak?
Dr. Cortes-Santos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Cortes-Santos typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Hector Cortes-Santos may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Cortes-Santos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cortes-Santos accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Cortes-Santos' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Cortes-Santos' office located?
Dr. Hector Cortes-Santos' Practice 2
4 Avenida Jf Kennedy Urb. Fernandez
Cidra, PR 00739
What is Dr. Cortes-Santos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cortes-Santos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841401486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cortes-Santos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cortes-Santos
What is Dr. Hector Cortes-Santos's specialty?
Dr. Cortes-Santos is a Physiatrist near Caguas, PR.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Hector Cortes-Santos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cortes-Santos 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 Hector Cortes-Santos accepting new patients in Caguas, PR?
Yes, Dr. Hector Cortes-Santos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector Cortes-Santos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortes-Santos's office at (787) 745-3636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hector Cortes-Santos?
Please contact Dr. Cortes-Santos's office at (787) 745-3636 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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