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Who is Dr. Cortinas, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Norma Cortinas, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Cortinas graduated from Texas A&M University and completed her residency at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Program. Dr. Cortinas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortinas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortinas’s office at (210) 269-3262.
Where did Dr. Cortinas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Program
Medical School: Texas A&M University
What languages does Dr. Cortinas speak?
Dr. Cortinas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cortinas typically treat?
As a Geriatric 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Dementia Due to Other Condition
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Secondary dementia
- Dementia from other medical causes
- Cognitive decline from underlying disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F0280: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Cerebellar Stroke Syndrome
- Ischemic Stroke
- Cerebellar Disorder
- Cerebellar Infarction
- Stroke in Cerebellum
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G464: Cerebellar stroke syndrome
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS
- Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cortinas typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Norma Cortinas may include:
Please contact Dr. Cortinas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cortinas accept my insurance?
Dr. Cortinas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 269-3262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortinas accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Cortinas in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Care Network
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cortinas' office located?
Dr. Norma Cortinas' Primary Practice
18 Grymes Hill Rd
Staten Island, NY 10301
(210) 269-3262
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 1639114770.
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. Norma Cortinas's specialty?
Dr. Cortinas is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Staten Island, NY.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Norma Cortinas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cortinas 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Norma Cortinas accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Norma Cortinas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Norma Cortinas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortinas's office at (210) 269-3262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Norma Cortinas?
Please contact Dr. Cortinas's office at (210) 269-3262 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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