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LESLIE BROOKE CORTEZ PA-C
NPI 1740511971
Physician Assistant in Fort Worth, TX

Active since January 28, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.32/100
CMS Quality Rating
12469 TIMBERLAND BLVD STE 501, FORT WORTH, TX 76244(817) 431-6555(817) 431-7979 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 20, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Leslie Brooke Cortez Pa-c NPPES

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

LESLIE BROOKE CORTEZ PA-C (NPI 1740511971) is an individual physician assistant in Fort Worth, Texas, licensed in Texas (PA05823) and active in the NPI registry since January 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Dallas, and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740511971
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameLESLIE BROOKE CORTEZCredential: PA-C
Location Address12469 TIMBERLAND BLVD STE 501Fort Worth, TX 76244-5216
Mailing Address7300 Ranch Road 2222, Building 1, Ste 200Austin, TX 78730 · (512) 628-0465 · Fax (512) 233-2711
Phone(817) 431-6555
Fax(817) 431-7979
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJanuary 28, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 20, 2023
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 20, 2023
✔ NPI 1740511971 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 · PA05823
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.
12469 TIMBERLAND BLVD STE 501, Fort Worth, TX 76244
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11441 N Beckley AveDallas, TX 75203-1201 · Phone (214) 942-5733

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

Leslie Brooke 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 ID6103959408
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100807000052
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 10

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
187 services49 patients
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.
167 services135 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
115 services95 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.
78 services70 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
68 services60 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths 17004
This procedure involves removing 15 or more precancerous skin growths to prevent them from developing into cancer. It's done using various methods like freezing, creams, or minor surgery. The goal is to protect your health by stopping cancer before it starts.
54 services42 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76244 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
$87.20 typical visit price
range $56.47 – $171.07
Typical copayment $21.80 (range $14.11 – $42.76)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.45 typical visit price
range $18.18 – $139.68
Typical copayment $17.61 (range $4.54 – $34.92)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

81.32/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.06
Promoting Interoperability78
Improvement Activities40
Cost75.01

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

ELIZABETH SUZANNE WIDMER P.A.-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
12469 TIMBERLAND BLVD STE 501
FORT WORTH, TX 76244
Tarrant County (817) 431-6555

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 Leslie Cortez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leslie Cortez is 1740511971. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 28, 2010.

Where is Leslie Cortez located?

Leslie Cortez practices at 12469 Timberland Blvd Ste 501, Fort Worth, TX 76244. The listed phone number is (817) 431-6555.

What is Leslie Cortez's specialty?

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

Is Leslie Cortez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Leslie 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 Leslie Cortez accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 7 other insurers list Leslie 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leslie Cortez was last updated on February 20, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.