28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cortez, Surgeon in Santa Rosa, CA?
Dr. Allen Cortez, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Rosa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Cortez graduated from University of Mi Med Sch and completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Cortez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortez’s office at (707) 541-7900.
Where did Dr. Cortez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery | U Calif Davis | University of Texas At Southwestern
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch | University of Mi Med Sch
Is Dr. Cortez board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Allen Cortez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cortez speak?
Dr. Cortez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Cortez typically treat?
As a Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Cortez typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Cortez 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Large Malignant Growth Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
- Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Does Dr. Cortez accept my insurance?
Dr. Cortez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 541-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortez accept in Santa Rosa, CA?
Dr. Cortez in Santa Rosa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sutter Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cortez's office located?
Dr. Allen Cortez's Primary Practice
30 Mark West Springs Rd
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 541-7900
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 1518916089.
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. Allen Cortez's specialty?
Dr. Cortez is a Surgeon near Santa Rosa, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Allen Cortez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cortez is affiliated with Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 Allen Cortez accepting new patients in Santa Rosa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Allen Cortez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Allen Cortez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office at (707) 541-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Allen Cortez?
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office at (707) 541-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Allen Cortez have?
Dr. Allen Cortez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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