Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Gary Cortese, DPM
Primary Podiatric Medicine Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Pottsville, PA
- NPI 1497759336
- Accepts Medicare
- 47 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1626 Mount Hope Ave
Pottsville, PA 179011302
(570) 622-2230
fax (570) 622-5724 - Mailing address
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48 Tunnel RD, Suite 203
Pottsville, PA 179013875
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 20, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213EP1101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #SC002264L
- Medicaid
- PA #0012668300003
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497759336. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,565
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$169,974
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11056 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths | 692 | 230 | $73 | |
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 588 | 182 | $42 | |
11730 |
Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail | 424 | 156 | $109 | |
11732 |
Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, each additional nail | 411 | 150 | $32 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 255 | 173 | $86 | |
73620 |
X-ray of foot, 2 views | 65 | 39 | $23 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 45 | 45 | $107 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 32 | 24 | $8 | |
10061 |
Complicated or multiple drainage of skin abscess | 28 | 24 | $204 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 25 | 20 | $34 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Pottsville Primary Podiatric Medicine Podiatrist, average services per provider: 256. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$245
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Djo, LLC | 2 | $156.59 | |
| Paratek Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $58.40 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $15.64 | |
| Organogenesis INC. | 1 | $14.50 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
89
Patients
43
Total drug cost
$1,963
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | Generic | 31 | 19 | $623 |
| Ciclopirox (Ciclopirox Olamine) | Brand | 28 | 12 | $433 |
| Clotrimazole-Betamethasone (Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip) | Brand | 18 | 12 | $799 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 12 | 0 | $109 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Gary Cortese's medical specialty?
Dr. Gary Cortese practices Primary Podiatric Medicine Podiatrist in Pottsville, PA.
Where does Dr. Gary Cortese practice?
Dr. Gary Cortese practices at 1626 Mount Hope Ave, Pottsville, PA 179011302. Office phone: 5706222230.
What is Dr. Gary Cortese's NPI?
Dr. Gary Cortese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497759336, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Gary Cortese accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Gary Cortese accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Gary Cortese commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths (HCPCS 11056); Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail (HCPCS 11730). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.