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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cortez, Pediatrician in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Edmundo Cortez, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cortez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortez’s office at (312) 942-7154.
Where did Dr. Cortez go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Cortez speak?
Dr. Cortez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cortez typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by Dr. Edmundo Cortez may include:
- Cri du Chat
- Down Syndrome
- Fifth Disease
- Tay Sachs Disease
- Triple X Syndrome
- Turner Syndrome
- VRE
- Whooping Cough
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cortez typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Edmundo Cortez may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cortez accept my insurance?
Dr. Cortez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-7154 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortez accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Cortez in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cortez's office located?
Dr. Edmundo Cortez's Primary Practice
1653 W Congress Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-7154
What hospitals are Dr. Cortez affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Cortez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Cortez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cortez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386675098.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cortez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cortez
What is Dr. Edmundo Cortez's specialty?
Dr. Cortez is a Pediatrician near Chicago, IL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is Dr. Edmundo Cortez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cortez is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Edmundo Cortez accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Edmundo Cortez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edmundo Cortez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office at (312) 942-7154 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edmundo Cortez?
Please contact Dr. Cortez's office at (312) 942-7154 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Cortez's office located?
Dr. Cortez's office is located in Chicago, IL.
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