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Dr. Oscar Cortes, MD

Dr. Oscar Cortes, MD

McAllen, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Oscar Cortes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cortes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortes’s office at (956) 632-6000.

    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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cortes typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cortes typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Oscar Cortes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cortes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cortes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cortes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 632-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Cortes 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Driscoll Children's Hospital

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cortes' office located?

    Dr. Oscar Cortes' Primary Practice

    205 E Toronto Ave

    McAllen, TX 78503

    (956) 632-6000

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    Dr. Oscar Cortes' Practice 2

    101 E Ridge Rd

    McAllen, TX 78503

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    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 1164459756.

    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. Oscar Cortes's specialty?

    Dr. Cortes is a Family Medicine Specialist near McAllen, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Oscar Cortes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cortes is affiliated with Dhr Health, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Oscar Cortes accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Oscar Cortes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Oscar Cortes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (956) 632-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Oscar Cortes?

    Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (956) 632-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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