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Who is Dr. Fortis, Cardiologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Lior Fortis, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Fortis is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortis’s office at (212) 523-2469.
What languages does Dr. Fortis speak?
Dr. Fortis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Fortis typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Fortis 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. Fortis. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Aortic Valve Disorder
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Problems
- Aortic Valve Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Fortis typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lior Fortis may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Fortis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fortis accept my insurance?
Dr. Fortis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 523-2469 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fortis accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Fortis in Brooklyn, NY 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)
Healthfirst New York
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Fortis' office located?
What is Dr. Fortis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fortis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194404160.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortis
What is Dr. Lior Fortis's specialty?
Dr. Fortis is a Cardiologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Lior Fortis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fortis is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn), Mount Sinai Brooklyn, The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lior Fortis accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
No, Dr. Lior Fortis is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lior Fortis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fortis's office at (212) 523-2469 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lior Fortis?
Please contact Dr. Fortis's office at (212) 523-2469 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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