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33 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Cortazzo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Federal Way, WA?
Dr. Jeffrey Cortazzo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Federal Way, WA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Cortazzo graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Madigan Army Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Cortazzo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortazzo’s office at (253) 838-9700.
Where did Dr. Cortazzo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Madigan Army Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Madigan Amc | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Cortazzo board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Cortazzo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cortazzo speak?
Dr. Cortazzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cortazzo typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cortazzo 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. Cortazzo. 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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Alcohol Intoxication
- Alcohol
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
- Being drunk
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10920: Alcohol use, unspecified with intoxication, uncomplicated
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cortazzo typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Cortazzo may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Cortazzo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cortazzo accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Cortazzo's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Cortazzo's office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Cortazzo's Primary Practice
34515 9th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 838-9700
What is Dr. Cortazzo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cortazzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912948381.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cortazzo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cortazzo
What is Dr. Jeffrey Cortazzo's specialty?
Dr. Cortazzo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Federal Way, WA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Cortazzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cortazzo 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Cortazzo accepting new patients in Federal Way, WA?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Cortazzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Cortazzo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortazzo's office at (253) 838-9700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Cortazzo?
Please contact Dr. Cortazzo's office at (253) 838-9700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Cortazzo have?
Dr. Jeffrey Cortazzo is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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