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Dr. Guillermo Cortinas, MD

McAllen, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cortinas, Family Medicine Specialist in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Guillermo Cortinas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cortinas completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Family Medicine. Dr. Cortinas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortinas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortinas’s office at (956) 682-4605.

    Where did Dr. Cortinas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Family Medicine | McAllen Med Ctr

    • Medical School: University Auto De Nuevo Leon- Fac De Med- Monterrey- Nuevo Leon- Mexico | Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon / Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cortinas board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Guillermo Cortinas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cortinas speak?

    Dr. Cortinas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cortinas treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cortinas 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. Cortinas. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Cortinas perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Guillermo Cortinas may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cortinas' office.

    Does Dr. Cortinas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cortinas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 682-4605 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cortinas accept in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Cortinas in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cortinas' office located?

    Dr. Guillermo Cortinas' Primary Practice

    709 S Broadway St

    McAllen, TX 78501

    (956) 682-4605

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    Dr. Guillermo Cortinas' Practice 2

    5501 S McColl Rd

    Edinburg, TX 78539

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    What is Dr. Cortinas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cortinas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447291638.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cortinas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cortinas

    What is Dr. Guillermo Cortinas's specialty?

    Dr. Cortinas is a Family Medicine Specialist near McAllen, TX. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Cortinas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Guillermo Cortinas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cortinas is affiliated with DHR Health, Mission Regional Medical Center, University Hospital-San Antonio, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville, Starr County 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Guillermo Cortinas accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Guillermo Cortinas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Guillermo Cortinas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cortinas's office at (956) 682-4605 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Guillermo Cortinas?

    Please contact Dr. Cortinas's office at (956) 682-4605 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Guillermo Cortinas have?

    Dr. Guillermo Cortinas is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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