Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Cortez, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician · Munster, IN
- NPI 1053381103
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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901 Macarthur Blvd
Munster, IN 463212901
(219) 836-7049 - Mailing address
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Po Box 869359
Plano, TX 750869359
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Indiana #1053201
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1053381103. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
413
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$59,430
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 184 | 182 | $183 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 147 | 144 | $125 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 36 | 36 | $75 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 26 | 25 | $8 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 20 | 20 | $221 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Munster Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 93. This provider delivers 4.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
163
Patients
161
Total drug cost
$1,042
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 31 | 30 | $51 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 23 | 23 | $155 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 23 | 23 | $102 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 18 | 18 | $64 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 16 | 16 | $333 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 15 | 15 | $72 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 15 | 14 | $38 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $199 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $29 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Cortez's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Cortez practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Munster, IN.
Where does Dr. Joseph Cortez practice?
Dr. Joseph Cortez practices at 901 Macarthur Blvd, Munster, IN 463212901. Office phone: 2198367049.
What is Dr. Joseph Cortez's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Cortez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053381103, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Cortez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.