VC
39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cortes, Critical Care Surgeon in Wyomissing, PA?
Dr. Vicente Cortes, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wyomissing, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Cortes completed his residency at Lutheran Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Cortes is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortes’s office at (484) 628-4888.
Where did Dr. Cortes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Universidad Nacional De Colombia
Is Dr. Cortes board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Vicente Cortes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cortes speak?
Dr. Cortes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Cortes typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Injury to Internal Abdominal Organs
- Wounds and Injuries
- Abdominal Organ Trauma
- Belly Organ Injury
- Internal Abdominal Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S36898A: Other injury of other intra-abdominal organs, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Injury
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Injury
- Chest Trauma
- Rib Cage Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Cortes typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Vicente Cortes may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 (484) 628-4888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortes accept in Wyomissing, PA?
Dr. Cortes in Wyomissing, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Cortes' office located?
Dr. Vicente Cortes' Primary Practice
2610 Keiser Blvd
Wyomissing, PA 19610
(484) 628-4888
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 1144220682.
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. Vicente Cortes's specialty?
Dr. Cortes is a Critical Care Surgeon near Wyomissing, PA.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Vicente Cortes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cortes is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Pottstown Hospital, Phoenixville 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 Vicente Cortes accepting new patients in Wyomissing, PA?
Yes, Dr. Vicente Cortes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vicente Cortes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (484) 628-4888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vicente Cortes?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (484) 628-4888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vicente Cortes have?
Dr. Vicente Cortes is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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