Summary

Dr. Ernesto Cortez is a family medicine physician who brings more than three decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his residency training at Alameda County Medical Center. With 37 years of dedicated service in family medicine, Dr. Cortez provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. He speaks Spanish, Portuguese, and English, allowing him to connect with diverse patient populations in their preferred language.

Dr. Cortez practices at Lindegren Clinic in Bellflower, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with UCI Health Los Alamitos. His clinical expertise includes managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating high blood pressure, and addressing hyperlipidemia. He frequently performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts, urinalysis, and lipid panels to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 3.6
  • 37 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Portuguese, English
  • Alameda County Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Lindegren Clinic

10251 Artesia BlvdBellflower, CA 90706
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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3.6 
37 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Portuguese, English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati Speaks English Speaks English
Bellflower , CAFort Pierce , FLGlendale , CAGraham , TX
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ernesto A Cortez

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • Cigna
  • Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Choice
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthNow
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • PreferredOne
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SelectHealth
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ernesto A Cortez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ernesto A Cortez has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Osteopathic Manipulation
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Alameda County Medical Center

Medical School

Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The PacificGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Ernesto Cortez accepting new patients?
Dr. Ernesto Cortez has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Ernesto Cortez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ernesto Cortez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Ernesto Cortez accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ernesto Cortez accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernesto Cortez?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ernesto Cortez here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ernesto Cortez affiliated with?
Dr. Ernesto Cortez is affiliated with Uci Health Los Alamitos.

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