Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Derrick Cortez
Physical Therapist (CMS: Physical Therapist in Private Practice) · Nutley, NJ
- NPI 1255850830
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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119 Franklin Ave
Nutley, NJ 071102924
(973) 542-8355 - Mailing address
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108 Smallwood Ave
Belleville, NJ 071091382
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 225100000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Jersey #40QA01737300
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1255850830. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,465
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$78,147
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 1,432 | 98 | $25 | |
97530 |
Therapy procedure using functional activities | 630 | 86 | $40 | |
97112 |
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes | 360 | 58 | $32 | |
97161 |
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 43 | 40 | $109 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Nutley Physical Therapist, average services per provider: 384. This provider delivers 6.4× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Derrick Cortez's medical specialty?
Dr. Derrick Cortez practices Physical Therapist in Nutley, NJ.
Where does Dr. Derrick Cortez practice?
Dr. Derrick Cortez practices at 119 Franklin Ave, Nutley, NJ 071102924. Office phone: 9735428355.
What is Dr. Derrick Cortez's NPI?
Dr. Derrick Cortez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255850830, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Derrick Cortez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Derrick Cortez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Derrick Cortez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Therapy procedure using functional activities (HCPCS 97530); Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function (HCPCS 97112). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.