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Dr. Erasto Cortes, MD
El Paso, TX
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Cortes, Pulmonologist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Erasto Cortes, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Cortes graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Methodist Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cortes is fluent in English 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 (915) 533-2500.
Where did Dr. Cortes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine | Methodist Hospital (Houston) Program
Medical School: University Auto De Ciudad Juarez, Esc De Med, Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua | Autonomous University Juarez of Tabasco | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
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 Pulmonologist like Dr. Cortes typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Other Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Uncommon Sleep Apnea
- Rare Sleep Breathing Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4739: Other sleep apnea
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Asthma Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J45998: Other asthma
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Cortes typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Erasto Cortes may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 (915) 533-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortes accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Cortes in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cortes' office located?
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 1154321263.
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. Erasto Cortes's specialty?
Dr. Cortes is a Pulmonologist near El Paso, TX.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Erasto Cortes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cortes 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Erasto Cortes accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Erasto Cortes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erasto Cortes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (915) 533-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erasto Cortes?
Please contact Dr. Cortes's office at (915) 533-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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