HC
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cortes, Infectious Disease Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Hiram Cortes, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cortes graduated from Spartan Health Sciences University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Cabrini Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cortes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortes’s office at (718) 369-3555.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cortes?
Dr. Hiram Cortes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cortes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, Lyme Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Cortes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Cortes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cabrini Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine | CABRINI MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Spartan Hlth Sci University, Vieux Fort, St Lucia | University of The Northeast / School of Medicine | Spartan Health Sciences University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Cortes board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hiram Cortes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Infectious Disease Specialist, 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Rhinosinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
- J328: Other chronic sinusitis
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Crisis
- Asthma Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Glaucoma
- High eye pressure
- Optic nerve damage
- Ocular hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- H409: Unspecified glaucoma
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve
- Compressed Nerve Root
- Spinal Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5410: Radiculopathy, site unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Cortes perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Hiram Cortes may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cortes' office.
Does Dr. Cortes accept my insurance?
Dr. Cortes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 369-3555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortes accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Cortes in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cortes' office located?
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 1609821735.
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. Hiram Cortes's specialty?
Dr. Cortes is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Cortes to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Hiram Cortes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cortes is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Hiram Cortes accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hiram Cortes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hiram Cortes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (718) 369-3555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hiram Cortes?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (718) 369-3555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hiram Cortes have?
Dr. Hiram Cortes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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