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Who is Dr. Cortes, Pediatrician in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Cortes completed his residency at Naval Reg Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Naval Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Cortes 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’s office at (361) 855-7346.
Where did Dr. Cortes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Reg Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Naval Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx
Is Dr. Cortes board certified in Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Cortes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
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 Dr. Cortes treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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.
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech Problems
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
- Speech difficulties
- Communication issues
- Talking problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
- R479: Unspecified speech disturbances
Also known as:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
Which procedures does Dr. Cortes perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Edgar Cortes 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. Cortes' office.
Does Dr. Cortes accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Cortes' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Cortes' office located?
Dr. Edgar Cortes' Primary Practice
3435 S Alameda St
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 855-7346
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 1801844261.
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. Edgar Cortes's specialty?
Dr. Cortes is a Pediatrician near Corpus Christi, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Cortes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edgar Cortes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cortes 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Edgar Cortes accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Cortes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edgar Cortes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (361) 855-7346 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edgar Cortes?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (361) 855-7346 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edgar Cortes have?
Dr. Edgar Cortes is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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