34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tortora, Internist in Fairfield, CT?
Dr. Peter Tortora, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Tortora graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Bridgeport Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tortora is fluent in English and Hungarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tortora’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tortora’s office at (203) 255-8827.
Where did Dr. Tortora go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bridgeport Hosp, Internal Medicine | Bridgeport Hospital Program
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | Ross University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Tortora board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Tortora, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tortora speak?
Dr. Tortora and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hungarian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tortora typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tortora 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. Tortora. 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:
- 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:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements
- PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia
- On-Off Parkinson's
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tortora typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Tortora 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. Tortora's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tortora accept my insurance?
Dr. Tortora accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 255-8827 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tortora accept in Fairfield, CT?
Dr. Tortora in Fairfield, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Globe Life
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tortora's office located?
Dr. Peter Tortora's Primary Practice
1300 Post Rd Ste 202
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 255-8827
What is Dr. Tortora's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tortora's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235190984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tortora?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tortora
What is Dr. Peter Tortora's specialty?
Dr. Tortora is a Internist near Fairfield, CT.
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. Peter Tortora affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tortora is affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital, Griffin Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Midstate Medical Center, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Greenwich 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Peter Tortora accepting new patients in Fairfield, CT?
Yes, Dr. Peter Tortora is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Tortora offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tortora's office at (203) 255-8827 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Tortora?
Please contact Dr. Tortora's office at (203) 255-8827 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Tortora have?
Dr. Peter Tortora is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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