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Dr. Kathleen Fortin, MD

Winchester, MA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fortin, Pediatrician in Winchester, MA?

    Dr. Kathleen Fortin, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Winchester, MA. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Fortin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortin’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortin’s office at (781) 729-4262.

    Where did Dr. Fortin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus

    What languages does Dr. Fortin speak?

    Dr. Fortin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fortin treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fortin 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. Fortin. 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:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Fortin perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Kathleen Fortin may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fortin's office.

    Does Dr. Fortin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fortin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 729-4262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fortin accept in Winchester, MA?

    Dr. Fortin in Winchester, MA 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 Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fortin's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Fortin's Primary Practice

    955 Main St Ste 106

    Winchester, MA 01890

    (781) 729-4262

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    What is Dr. Fortin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fortin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548251176.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortin

    What is Dr. Kathleen Fortin's specialty?

    Dr. Fortin is a Pediatrician near Winchester, MA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Fortin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathleen Fortin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fortin is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Winchester Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kathleen Fortin accepting new patients in Winchester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Fortin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Fortin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fortin's office at (781) 729-4262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Fortin?

    Please contact Dr. Fortin's office at (781) 729-4262 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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