Dr. Christopher Cortese
Physical Therapy in Abbeville, Louisiana
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 15+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Christopher Cortese Jr., PT,DPT, is a Physical Therapy specialist in Abbeville, Louisiana. He graduated in 2009, having over 15 years of diverse experience, especially in Physical Therapy. Dr. Christopher Cortese also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Vermilion Physical Therapy Inc. Dr. Christopher Cortese accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (337) 893-4500 to request Dr. Christopher Cortese the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Profile
Basics
Full Name |
Christopher Cortese Jr. |
Gender |
Male |
PECOS ID |
5890841688 |
Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Physical Therapy (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 15 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Physical Therapist (PT)
help Physical Therapist
Physical therapists, sometimes called PTs, help injured or ill people improve their movement and manage their pain. These therapists are often an important part of rehabilitation and treatment of patients with chronic conditions or injuries.
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
help Doctor of Physical Therapy
A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree is a post-baccalaureate 3-4 year degree which may be conferred upon successful completion of a professional doctoral program.
Education and Training
- Dr. Christopher Cortese graduated in 2009.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1871722090
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, July 9, 2009
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, July 23, 2015
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Christopher Cortese
Medical Licenses
Dr. Christopher Cortese has been primarily specialized in Physical Therapist for over 15 years of experience.
Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers / Physical Therapist
click for detail Physical Therapist (1) Physical therapists are health care professionals who evaluate and treat people with health problems resulting from injury or disease. PT’s assess joint motion, muscle strength and endurance, function of heart and lungs, and performance of activities required in daily living, among other responsibilities. Treatment includes therapeutic exercises, cardiovascular endurance training, and training in activities of daily living. (2) A physical therapist is a person qualified by an accredited program in physical therapy, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Physical therapists treat disease, injury, or loss of a bodily part by physical means, such as the application of light, heat, cold, water, electricity, massage and exercise. They develop treatment plans based upon each patient’s strengths, weaknesses, range of motion and ability to function. (3) A health professional who specializes in physical therapy- the health care field concerned primarily with the treatment of disorders with physical agents and methods, such as massage, manipulation, therapeutic exercises, cold, heat (including short-wave, microwave, and ultrasonic diathermy), hydrotherapy, electric stimulation and light to assist in rehabilitating patients and in restoring normal function after an illness or injury.
| 07615 | Louisiana |
Medical Group Practice
Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Vermilion Physical Therapy Inc
| Vermilion Physical Therapy Inc | 3 |
Practice Locations
2626 North Dr
Abbeville, LA 70510
Phone: (337) 893-4500
Fax: (337) 893-2979
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
2626 N Dr
Abbeville, LA 70510-4043
Phone: (337) 893-4500
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This physician profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Thursday, August 18, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, July 23, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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