Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. James Cortez

Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Laredo, TX

  • NPI 1417290511
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
  • 13 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1700 East Saunders St.
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 796-5000
Mailing address
Po Box 450929
Laredo, TX 780451930

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
March 2013 — 13 yrs on file
Profile last updated
February 10, 2022
Year of graduation
2013 — 13 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
2085R0202X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Texas #R6592

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417290511. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
3,545
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$90,575
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
71045 X-ray of chest, 1 view 949 554 $8
77080 Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine 359 359 $9
70450 Ct scan head or brain without contrast 232 210 $38
71046 X-ray of chest, 2 views 228 219 $10
74176 Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 106 103 $81
71250 Ct scan of chest without contrast 93 88 $50
73562 X-ray of knee, 3 views 92 68 $9
76700 Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen 80 80 $37
74018 X-ray of abdomen, 1 view 77 69 $9
76705 Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen 75 71 $27

In context: peer comparison

Among 3 peers in Laredo Diagnostic Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 65. This provider delivers 55× the peer median.

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. James Cortez's medical specialty?
Dr. James Cortez practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Laredo, TX.
Where does Dr. James Cortez practice?
Dr. James Cortez practices at 1700 East Saunders St., Laredo, TX 78041. Office phone: 9567965000.
What is Dr. James Cortez's NPI?
Dr. James Cortez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417290511, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Cortez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Cortez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Cortez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of chest, 1 view (HCPCS 71045); Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine (HCPCS 77080); Ct scan head or brain without contrast (HCPCS 70450). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.