DR. LEONARDO ACOSTA CORTEZ M.D.
NPI 1497845937
Legal Medicine in Kailua Kona, HI

Q: What is Leonardo Cortez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leonardo Cortez is 1497845937. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 13, 2006.

Q: What is Leonardo Cortez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Legal Medicine with taxonomy code 173000000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leonardo Cortez was last updated on March 18, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.

Active since October 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, SUITE A107, KAILUA KONA, HI 96740(808) 326-1944(808) 326-1584 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 18, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Leonardo Acosta Cortez M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LEONARDO ACOSTA CORTEZ M.D. (NPI 1497845937) is an individual legal medicine provider in Kailua Kona, Hawaii, licensed in Hawaii (5554) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kona Community Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497845937

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy173000000X

Provider Legal NameDR. LEONARDO ACOSTA CORTEZCredential: M.D.

Location Address76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, SUITE A107Kailua Kona, HI 96740-3211

Mailing AddressPo Box 1969Kealakekua, HI 96750-1969 · (808) 326-1944 · Fax (808) 326-7103

Phone(808) 326-1944

Fax(808) 326-1584

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of MedicineGraduated 1983

Enumeration DateOctober 13, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 18, 2014

✔ NPI 1497845937 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyLegal MedicineOther Service Providers

Taxonomy Code173000000X

License✔ Licensed in HI · 5554

Definition

The specialty areas of medicine concerned with matters of, and relations with, substantive law and legal institutions; such as the conduct of medical examinations at crime scenes, performance of autopsies, giving of expert medical testimony in judicial proceedings, medical treatment of inmates of penal institutions, the practice of trauma medicine in law enforcement settings, and other clinical practice and medical science applications in the fields of law, law enforcement, and corrections.

76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, Kailua Kona, HI 96740

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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPINC98401HI

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified52683HI

Medicaid02116301HI

OtherH2344 3HI · Hmsa

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HMSA.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

Dr. Leonardo Acosta Cortez M.d. 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 ID5799708020

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060112000306

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

904 services206 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

85 services53 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

54 services54 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

49 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Kona Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kealakekua, HI

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number120019

Location79-1019 Haukapila StreetKealakekua, HI 96750 · Hawaii County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

North Hawaii Community Hospital, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Kamuela, HI

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number120028

Location67 1125 Mamalahoa HighwayKamuela, HI 96743 · Hawaii County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

4 suppliers21 claims59 services$5.99 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

2 suppliers15 claims17 services$151.41 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 15

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

DR. ANN MARIE MURAMOTO BDS LONDON

Dentist

76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, STE B-203
KAILUA KOMA, HI 96740

Hawaii County (808) 329-6167

MR. TED L. POND JR. LCSW, CSAC

Social Worker (Clinical)

76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, B-105
KAILUA KONA, HI 96740

Hawaii County (808) 238-2932

DR. SOPHIA J WANG PHD

Psychologist (Clinical)

76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, C-103
KAILUA KONA, HI 96740

Hawaii County (808) 329-7176

SOPHIA WANG & ASSOCIATES, INC.

Psychologist (Clinical)

76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, SUITE C-103
KAILUA KONA, HI 96740

Hawaii County (808) 329-7176

DR. DANIEL JOHN WALKER DDS

Dentist (General Practice)

76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, STE A101
KAILUA KONA, HI 96740

Hawaii County (808) 329-8180

DR. MARK YOSHITO MURAMOTO DDS

Dentist

76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, STE B 203
KAILUA KOMA, HI 96740

Hawaii County (808) 329-6167

LEO A. CORTEZ, M.D., INC.

Internal Medicine

76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, SUITE A-107
KAILUA KONA, HI 96740

Hawaii County (808) 326-1977

GABRIEL L UY DDS

Dentist (General Practice)

76-6225 KUAKINI HWY, SUITE A106
KAILUA KONA, HI 96740

Hawaii County (808) 329-8899

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 Leonardo Cortez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leonardo Cortez is 1497845937. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 13, 2006.

Where is Leonardo Cortez located?

Leonardo Cortez practices at 76-6225 Kuakini Hwy Suite A107, Kailua Kona, HI 96740. The listed phone number is (808) 326-1944.

What is Leonardo Cortez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Legal Medicine with taxonomy code 173000000X.

Is Leonardo Cortez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Leonardo Cortez 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 Leonardo Cortez accept?

Health plans from HMSA list Leonardo Cortez 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 Leonardo Cortez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Leonardo Cortez is affiliated with Kona Community Hospital and North Hawaii Community Hospital, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leonardo Cortez was last updated on March 18, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.