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GALEN CORTINA MD
NPI 1194753657
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Van Nuys, CA

Active since June 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
15211 VANOWEN ST STE 208, VAN NUYS, CA 91405(818) 782-6600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 30, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 30, 2021, Sep 22, 2021, Jan 27, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Galen Cortina Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

GALEN CORTINA MD (NPI 1194753657) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Van Nuys, California, licensed in California (G81199) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Medical College Of Wisconsin (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194753657
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameGALEN CORTINACredential: MD
Location Address15211 VANOWEN ST STE 208Van Nuys, CA 91405-3623
Mailing AddressPo Box 260023Saint Louis, MO 63126-8023 · (314) 849-3535
Phone(818) 782-6600
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of WisconsinGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJune 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 30, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 30, 2021
✔ NPI 1194753657 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G81199
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
15211 VANOWEN ST STE 208, Van Nuys, CA 91405
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00G811990CA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Galen Cortina Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9335168533
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051116001083
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 14

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
806 services389 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
416 services152 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
302 services69 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
131 services69 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
130 services108 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
120 services54 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91405 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. JULIO C SOKOLICH MD
Transplant Surgery
15211 VANOWEN ST STE 208
VAN NUYS, CA 91405
Los Angeles County (818) 782-3255
PRASHANT K CHAWLA MD PC
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
15211 VANOWEN ST STE 208
VAN NUYS, CA 91405
Los Angeles County (312) 451-8001
MARVEL PATH PC
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
15211 VANOWEN ST STE 208
VAN NUYS, CA 91405
Los Angeles County (818) 782-6600

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Galen Cortina's NPI number?

The NPI number for Galen Cortina is 1194753657. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 30, 2006.

Where is Galen Cortina located?

Galen Cortina practices at 15211 Vanowen St Ste 208, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The listed phone number is (818) 782-6600.

What is Galen Cortina's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Galen Cortina enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Galen Cortina is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Galen Cortina accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Galen Cortina as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Galen Cortina was last updated on September 30, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.