Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Galen Cortina, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Van Nuys, CA
- NPI 1194753657
- Accepts Medicare
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
15211 Vanowen St Ste 208
Van Nuys, CA 914053623
(818) 782-6600 - Mailing address
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Po Box 260023
Saint Louis, MO 631268023
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 30, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G81199
- Medicaid
- CA #00G811990
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194753657. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,959
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$66,296
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 961 | 479 | $37 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 240 | 65 | $29 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 139 | 121 | $28 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 126 | 99 | $35 | |
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 99 | 68 | $64 | |
88311 |
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present | 97 | 86 | $13 | |
88313 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report | 91 | 58 | $12 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 82 | 70 | $12 | |
88104 |
Cell examination of body fluid, smears | 64 | 45 | $28 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 36 | 31 | $86 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Van Nuys Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician, average services per provider: 133. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Galen Cortina's medical specialty?
Dr. Galen Cortina practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Van Nuys, CA.
Where does Dr. Galen Cortina practice?
Dr. Galen Cortina practices at 15211 Vanowen St Ste 208, Van Nuys, CA 914053623. Office phone: 8187826600.
What is Dr. Galen Cortina's NPI?
Dr. Galen Cortina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194753657, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Galen Cortina accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Galen Cortina accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Galen Cortina commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report (HCPCS 88312). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.