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LUIS RICARDO CORTES DO
NPI 1235148461
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Fort Myers, FL

Active since August 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2780 CLEVELAND AVE STE 4373, FORT MYERS, FL 33901(239) 343-0709(239) 343-0533 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 7, 2026, Jun 9, 2022, Apr 29, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

About Luis Ricardo Cortes Do NPPES

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

LUIS RICARDO CORTES DO (NPI 1235148461) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Fort Myers, Florida, licensed in Florida (OS9656) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235148461
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X
Provider Legal NameLUIS RICARDO CORTESCredential: DO
Location Address2780 CLEVELAND AVE STE 4373Fort Myers, FL 33901-5858
Mailing AddressPo Box 2147, Attn Credentialing DeptFort Myers, FL 33902-2147 · (239) 343-0709 · Fax (239) 343-0533
Phone(239) 343-0709
Fax(239) 343-0533
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPhiladelphia College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 7, 2026
✔ NPI 1235148461 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QH0002X
License✔ Licensed in FL · OS9656
Definition
A family medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License OS9656 (FL)
2780 CLEVELAND AVE STE 4373, Fort Myers, FL 33901
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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 19470 Healthpark CirFort Myers, FL 33908-3600 · Phone (239) 985-7753
Location 28260 Gladiolus DrFort Myers, FL 33908-4156 · Phone (239) 437-5755 · Fax (239) 437-5776
Location 322395 Edgewater DrPort Charlotte, FL 33980-2012 · Phone (941) 766-7222 · Fax (941) 766-0970
Location 4600 N Cattlemen Rd Ste 200Sarasota, FL 34232-6422 · Phone (941) 377-9993 · Fax (941) 343-0026

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid114331600FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company).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

Luis Ricardo Cortes Do 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 ID1355432709
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070814000534
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 4

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.

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
104 services102 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
68 services52 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
44 services29 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
42 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Lee Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Myers, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100012
Location2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers, FL 33901 · Lee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33901 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
$91.69 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $22.92 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$103.21 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $25.80 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
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.

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 Luis Cortes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Luis Cortes is 1235148461. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2006.

Where is Luis Cortes located?

Luis Cortes practices at 2780 Cleveland Ave Ste 4373, Fort Myers, FL 33901. The listed phone number is (239) 343-0709.

What is Luis Cortes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Is Luis Cortes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Luis Cortes 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 Luis Cortes accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Luis Cortes 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.

Is Luis Cortes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Luis Cortes is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Luis Cortes was last updated on April 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months 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.