Summary

Dr. Jose Ortega is a surgeon with 39 years of experience practicing medicine. He earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Ortega is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Ortega practices at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital in Humble, Texas, along with locations at Townsen Memorial Hospital and Emergency Hospital Systems Deerbrook. His surgical expertise includes treating gallstones, adhesions, and digestive tract perforations. He performs appendectomies, gallbladder removal surgery, and specialized imaging procedures during operations to examine bile ducts. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 39 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Texas Health Science Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Jose Manuel Ortega has 3 locations

Townsen Memorial Hospital

1475 Fm 1960 Bypass Rd EHumble, TX 77338

Emergency Hospital Systems Deerbrook

8901 Fm 1960 Bypass Rd W Ste 105Humble, TX 77338

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Humble , TXCypress , TXHouston , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, New Jersey Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jose Manuel Ortega

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Empire Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Renaissance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jose Manuel Ortega has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jose Manuel Ortega has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Breast Diseases
  • Liver Diseases
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Jose Manuel Ortega holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Ortega's NPI number is 1336109479.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Jose Ortega affiliated with?
Dr. Jose Ortega is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.
Does Dr. Jose Ortega accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Jose Ortega accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Jose Ortega accepting new patients?
Dr. Jose Ortega has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Jose Ortega accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jose Ortega?
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