Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Cortes, M.D.
Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (CMS: Critical Care (Intensivists)) · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Sleep Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1447258959
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
6565 Fannin St, Fondren 270
Houston, TX 770302703
(713) 441-3020
fax (713) 790-4207
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 1, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0200X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #K6758
- Medicaid
- TX #161022201
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447258959. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
422
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$78,997
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 333 | 103 | $217 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 59 | 49 | $80 | |
36556 |
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) | 18 | 18 | $85 | |
36620 |
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin | 12 | 12 | $45 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 46 peers in Houston Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician, average services per provider: 83. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$36
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Becton, Dickinson and Company | 1 | $36.28 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Cortes's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Cortes practices Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Christopher Cortes practice?
Dr. Christopher Cortes practices at 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 770302703. Office phone: 7134413020.
What is Dr. Christopher Cortes's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Cortes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447258959, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Cortes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Cortes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Cortes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) (HCPCS 36556). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.