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Dr. Joseph Fitzwater, MD
Fort Worth, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fitzwater, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Joseph Fitzwater, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fitzwater is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzwater’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzwater’s office at (817) 878-5298.
What languages does Dr. Fitzwater speak?
Dr. Fitzwater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fitzwater typically treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fitzwater diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Fitzwater. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Fetal Genetic Disorder
- Genetic Disorder
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Hereditary Condition in Fetus
- Inherited Disease in Pregnancy
- Fetal Genetic Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- O352XX0: Maternal care for (suspected) hereditary disease in fetus, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified High-Risk Pregnancy Supervision
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- General high-risk pregnancy monitoring
- Managing unspecified high-risk pregnancy
- High-risk pregnancy care (general)
- Monitoring for unknown pregnancy risks
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0992: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
Also known as:
- Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Pregnancy Diabetes
- Diabetes developed during pregnancy
- GDM
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24419: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified control
What procedures does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fitzwater typically perform?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fitzwater performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Fitzwater. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Amniocentesis
- Amniocentesis (amniotic fluid test)
- Amniotic Fluid Test
- Amnio
- Prenatal Genetic Testing
CPT Codes:
- 59000: Amniocentesis; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Vaginal Cervical Cerclage
- Cervical Stitch (Vaginal)
- Vaginal Cerclage during Pregnancy
- Cervix Strengthening Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 59320: Cerclage of cervix, during pregnancy; vaginal
Does Dr. Fitzwater accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitzwater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 878-5298 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzwater accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Fitzwater in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook Children's
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Texas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fitzwater's office located?
Dr. Joseph Fitzwater's Primary Practice
1325 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 600
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 878-5298
What is Dr. Fitzwater's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitzwater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194992263.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzwater?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzwater
What is Dr. Joseph Fitzwater's specialty?
Dr. Fitzwater is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Fort Worth, TX.
What does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Joseph Fitzwater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fitzwater is affiliated with Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Denton which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Fitzwater accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Fitzwater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Fitzwater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fitzwater's office at (817) 878-5298 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Fitzwater?
Please contact Dr. Fitzwater's office at (817) 878-5298 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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