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Dr. Gary Cortina

Dr. Gary Cortina

Erie, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cortina, Orthopedic Surgeon in Erie, PA?

    Dr. Gary Cortina is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Erie, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cortina completed his residency at Hamot Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Cortina is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortina’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortina’s office at (814) 877-8370.

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

    • Residency: Hamot Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | Hamot Med Center

    • Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Cortina board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Cortina is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Cortina speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cortina typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cortina 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. Cortina. 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:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Cortina typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Cortina performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cortina. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Cortina accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cortina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 877-8370 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cortina accept in Erie, PA?

    Dr. Cortina in Erie, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Cortina's office located?

    Dr. Gary Cortina's Primary Practice

    5930 Old French Rd

    Erie, PA 16509

    (814) 877-8370

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    4th Floor Suite 401

    300 State St Fl 3

    Erie, PA 16507

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    Dr. Gary Cortina's Practice 3

    500 Market St Ste 103

    Beaver, PA 15009

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

    Dr. Cortina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093718926.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cortina?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Cortina's specialty?

    Dr. Cortina is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Erie, PA.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is this Dr. Gary Cortina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cortina is affiliated with Upmc Washington, Upmc Hamot, Olean General Hospital, Warren General Hospital, Meadville Medical Center, Ahn Saint Vincent 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

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    Is Gary Cortina accepting new patients in Erie, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Cortina is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Cortina offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cortina's office at (814) 877-8370 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Cortina?

    Please contact Dr. Cortina's office at (814) 877-8370 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Cortina have?

    Dr. Gary Cortina is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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