27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ortiz, Surgeon in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Victor Ortiz, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Ortiz graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Scott & White Mem Hosp, General Surgery Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Ortiz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortiz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortiz’s office at (361) 881-8333.
Where did Dr. Ortiz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scott & White Mem Hosp, General Surgery Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery | Scott and White Hospital and The Texas A&M Health Sciences Center | Texas Tech University
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ortiz speak?
Dr. Ortiz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ortiz treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ortiz 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. Ortiz. 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.
Also known as:
- Ventral Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Incisional Hernia
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
- Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
- Breast Lump Under Left Nipple
- Breast Disease
- Lump in right breast upper outer
- Right breast mass upper outer
- Palpable mass right upper outer breast
- Mass in upper outer left breast
- Nodule in left breast upper outer
- Lump in left breast subareolar
- Left subareolar mass
- Palpable mass under left nipple
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6342: Unspecified lump in left breast, subareolar
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Breast Lump
- Breast Disease
- Breast Mass
- Breast Nodule
- Lump in Right Breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6341: Unspecified lump in right breast, subareolar
Which procedures does Dr. Ortiz perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Victor Ortiz may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ortiz's office.
Does Dr. Ortiz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ortiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 881-8333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ortiz accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Ortiz in Corpus Christi, 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
Christus Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ortiz's office located?
Dr. Victor Ortiz's Primary Practice
6133 Parkway Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78414
(361) 881-8333
What is Dr. Ortiz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ortiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912978784.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortiz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortiz
What is Dr. Victor Ortiz's specialty?
Dr. Ortiz is a Surgeon near Corpus Christi, TX. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Ortiz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Victor Ortiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ortiz is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, Christus Surgical 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 Victor Ortiz accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Victor Ortiz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victor Ortiz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ortiz's office at (361) 881-8333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victor Ortiz?
Please contact Dr. Ortiz's office at (361) 881-8333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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