Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ernesto Cortez, D.O.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · Bellflower, CA
- NPI 1164436408
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 67.3 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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10251 Artesia Blvd
Bellflower, CA 907066719
(562) 867-8681
fax (562) 925-2721 - Mailing address
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75 Remittance Drive Dept 6008, Pioneer Medical Group INC
Chicago, IL 606756008
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 13, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #6055 · California #20A6055
- Medicaid
- CA #00AX60550
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1164436408. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
201
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$16,807
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 143 | 64 | $100 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 43 | 33 | $8 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 15 | 15 | $143 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Bellflower Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 129. This provider delivers 1.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,175
Patients
1,015
Total drug cost
$56,113
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 456 | 151 | $9,204 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 379 | 126 | $5,888 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 314 | 99 | $5,050 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 237 | 76 | $5,038 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 227 | 69 | $5,618 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 222 | 69 | $2,201 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 178 | 66 | $3,559 |
| Benazepril Hcl | Generic | 168 | 47 | $3,051 |
| Glipizide | Generic | 160 | 46 | $2,905 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 158 | 46 | $2,932 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ernesto Cortez's medical specialty?
Dr. Ernesto Cortez practices Family Medicine Physician in Bellflower, CA.
Where does Dr. Ernesto Cortez practice?
Dr. Ernesto Cortez practices at 10251 Artesia Blvd, Bellflower, CA 907066719. Office phone: 5628678681.
What is Dr. Ernesto Cortez's NPI?
Dr. Ernesto Cortez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164436408, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ernesto Cortez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ernesto Cortez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ernesto Cortez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit (HCPCS G0439). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.