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Dr. Allen Cortez, MD

Dr. Allen Cortez, MD

Santa Rosa, CA

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 Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare 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 Dr. Cortez 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.

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Class 2 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
    • Significant Obesity
    • Severe Obesity (Class 2)
    • BMI Class 2 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E66813: Obesity, class 3
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E66812: Obesity, class 2

    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

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    What procedures does Dr. Cortez 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.

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
    • 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
    • Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty

    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
    • 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia

    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:

    • Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
    • Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
    • Anal Sphincter Injection
    • Botox for Anal Fissure
    • Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle

    CPT Codes:

    • 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula Surgery
    • Fistulectomy
    • Fistulotomy
    • Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
    • Perianal Fistula Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric

    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

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Scalp, Body, Limbs)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Surgical Wound Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12034: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 7.6 cm to 12.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
    • Flank Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
    • Back Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    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

    • ADP

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Medicare

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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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

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    Dr. Allen Cortez's Practice 2

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

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    Dr. Allen Cortez's Practice 3

    121 Sotoyome St Ste 201

    Santa Rosa, CA 95405

    (707) 579-2100

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    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. 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. Contact Dr. Cortez to book an appointment today.

    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, UC Davis Medical Center, Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital 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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