Cristina Cortez, MD
NPI 1528055167 · Family Medicine Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cristina Cortez, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1528055167).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528055167
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L7342 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
774 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 163 | $121 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 130 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 79 | $9 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 47 | $10 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 46 | $3 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 98 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 252 | 89 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 186 | 60 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 166 | 58 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 152 | 54 |
| Lisinopril | 146 | 48 |
| Losartan Potassium | 121 | 46 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,397 across 73 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1920 Sw Military DrSan Antonio, TX 78221-1451Phone: (210) 924-2337Fax: (210) 923-2208
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-29
- Last updated
- 2022-10-26
- Certified
- 2022-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cristina Cortez's NPI number?
- Cristina Cortez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528055167, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cristina Cortez's specialty?
- Cristina Cortez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cristina Cortez located?
- Cristina Cortez's practice location on file with NPPES is 6800 W Ih 10 Ste 200, San Antonio, TX 78201-2041.
- What is Cristina Cortez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cristina Cortez is (210) 695-1900.
- Does Cristina Cortez accept Medicare?
- Cristina Cortez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cristina Cortez's NPI active?
- Yes — Cristina Cortez's NPI (1528055167) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.