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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fortson, Psychiatrist in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Leah Fortson, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fortson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortson’s office at (208) 233-7832.
What languages does Dr. Fortson speak?
Dr. Fortson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fortson treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Fortson 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. Fortson. 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.
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fortson perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Leah Fortson may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fortson's office.
Does Dr. Fortson accept my insurance?
Dr. Fortson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 233-7832 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fortson accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Fortson in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross of Idaho
Express Scripts
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
StableView Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fortson's office located?
Dr. Leah Fortson's Primary Practice
501 S Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
(208) 233-7832
Dr. Leah Fortson's Practice 2
444 Hospital Way Ste 477
Pocatello, ID 83201
(208) 233-7832
What is Dr. Fortson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fortson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023691151.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortson
What is Dr. Leah Fortson's specialty?
Dr. Fortson is a Psychiatrist near Salt Lake City, UT.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Fortson to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Leah Fortson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fortson is affiliated with St. John’s Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Leah Fortson accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Leah Fortson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leah Fortson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fortson's office at (208) 233-7832 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leah Fortson?
Please contact Dr. Fortson's office at (208) 233-7832 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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