33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fuentes, Internist in Muskogee, OK?
Dr. Ernesto Fuentes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Muskogee, OK. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Fuentes graduated from Universidad del Norte Programa de Medicina and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION and FLORIDA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION. Dr. Fuentes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fuentes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fuentes’s office at (954) 687-9745.
Where did Dr. Fuentes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine | Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Health | Jackson Memorial Medical Center | Jackson Memorial Medical Center | Veterans Adminstriation Medical Center
Medical School: University Del Norte, Fac De Med, Barranquilla, Colombia | University of The North / Faculty of Medicine | Universidad del Norte Programa de Medicina
Is Dr. Fuentes board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ernesto Fuentes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fuentes speak?
Dr. Fuentes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Fuentes typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Fuentes 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. Fuentes. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Fuentes typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ernesto Fuentes may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Fuentes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fuentes accept my insurance?
Dr. Fuentes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 687-9745 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fuentes accept in Muskogee, OK?
Dr. Fuentes in Muskogee, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
MultiPlan Corporation
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fuentes' office located?
Dr. Ernesto Fuentes' Primary Practice
300 Rockefeller Dr
Muskogee, OK 74401
(954) 687-9745
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
FLORIDA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
What is Dr. Fuentes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fuentes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649266461.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fuentes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fuentes
What is Dr. Ernesto Fuentes's specialty?
Dr. Fuentes is a Internist near Muskogee, OK.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ernesto Fuentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fuentes is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa 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 Ernesto Fuentes accepting new patients in Muskogee, OK?
Yes, Dr. Ernesto Fuentes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernesto Fuentes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fuentes's office at (954) 687-9745 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernesto Fuentes?
Please contact Dr. Fuentes's office at (954) 687-9745 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ernesto Fuentes have?
Dr. Ernesto Fuentes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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