South Texas Health System Clinics-Neurosurgery
1801 S 5th St Ste 122, 
Mcallen, TX 

Overview

Ricardo Cortez is a Neurosurgery provider in Mcallen, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in TX

Hospital Affiliations

South Texas Health System

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Friday Health

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HMO Partners
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
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  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Network Health
  • HMO
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Scott and White Health
  • HMO
  • POS
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

South Texas Health System Clinics-Neurosurgery
1801 S 5th St Ste 122, Mcallen, TX 78503

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ricardo Cortez

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Cortez?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Cortez by calling their office at 956-762-5500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ricardo Cortez a top-rated expert for Cervical Myelopathy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ricardo Cortez is classified as an Experienced expert for Cervical Myelopathy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Ricardo Cortez specialize in?

While Dr. Ricardo Cortez is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Cervical Myelopathy, Subdural Hematoma, and Spinal Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Ricardo Cortez participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ricardo Cortez has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cervical Myelopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Ricardo Cortez's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ricardo Cortez accept my insurance?

Dr. Ricardo Cortez accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 956-762-5500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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