LAURA M CORTEZ PA-C
NPI 1356768568
Physician Assistant in Harlingen, TX

Q: What is Laura Cortez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Cortez is 1356768568. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 25, 2014. The provider is also known as Ms. Laura F Mendiola-Cortez.

Q: What is Laura Cortez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Cortez was last updated on February 24, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since March 25, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2101 PEASE ST, HARLINGEN, TX 78550(956) 389-6565(956) 389-6567 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 24, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 14, 2026, Sep 4, 2023, May 27, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Laura M Cortez Pa-c NPPES

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

LAURA M CORTEZ PA-C (NPI 1356768568) is an individual physician assistant in Harlingen, Texas, licensed in Texas (PA08947) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville, and maintains a secondary practice location in Houston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356768568

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameLAURA M CORTEZCredential: PA-C

Location Address2101 PEASE STHarlingen, TX 78550-8307

Mailing AddressPo Box 5730Belfast, ME 04915-5700 · Fax (956) 275-0287

Phone(956) 389-6565

Fax(956) 389-6567

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateMarch 25, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 24, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 24, 2026

✔ NPI 1356768568 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · PA08947

Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

2101 PEASE ST, Harlingen, TX 78550

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Ms. Laura F Mendiola-cortez

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12401 Fountain View Dr Ste 464, PMB2599Houston, TX 77057-4819 · Phone (346) 879-3519 · Fax (956) 275-0287

Other Identifiers 1

Other553309YLPSTX · Wellmed Ptan

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

Laura M Cortez Pa-c 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 ID4385866748

PECOS Enrollment IDI20141119001854

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 9

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.

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.

243 services97 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

85 services33 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.

75 services17 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

64 services38 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

43 services41 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310

A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.

42 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville

Acute Care Hospitals · Brownsville, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450028

Location1040 W Jefferson StBrownsville, TX 78520 · Cameron County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Harlingen, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450033

Location2101 Pease StHarlingen, TX 78550 · Cameron County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Harlingen Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Harlingen, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450855

Location5501 South Expressway 77Harlingen, TX 78550 · Cameron County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78550 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

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.55 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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 20

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

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