Nicholas D Kortan, D.O.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Nicholas D Kortan is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Denver, CO with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Nicholas D Kortan, D.O. has been part of the Denver medical community since 2007 in group practice. With 19+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Denver area. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 34% of reporting doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1029dNPPES updated 2023-08-01 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Colorado Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.29%
Colorado avg: 6.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.29% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
190
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
171
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
607
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $275k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 31, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
Po Box 110429, Aurora, CO 80042-0429
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 390334
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Nicholas D Kortan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nicholas D Kortan for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Denver required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nicholas D Kortan
Dr. Kortan is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Denver, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (303) 436-6000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Nicholas D Kortan
Practice Location
777 Bannock St # Mc3240, Denver, CO 80204-4597
Mailing Address
Po Box 110429, Aurora, CO 80042-0429
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