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Dr. William Fortuner, MD

Dr. William Fortuner, MD

Charlotte, NC

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fortuner, Anesthesiologist in Charlotte, NC?

    Dr. William Fortuner, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Fortuner graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Anesthesiology; Yale New Haven Chldn Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists. Dr. Fortuner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortuner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortuner’s office at (704) 304-5000.

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

    • Fellowship: Masonic

    • Residency: Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Anesthesiology; Yale New Haven Chldn Ctr, Internal Medicine | Penn State Hershey Medical Center | Yale-New Haven Hospital (1991) Find alumni in TORRINGTON | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fortuner board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. William Fortuner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Anesthesiology since 2009

    What languages does Dr. Fortuner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fortuner treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fortuner 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. Fortuner. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Ankle Arthritis
    • Foot Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
    • M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N186: End stage renal disease

    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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Does Dr. Fortuner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fortuner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 304-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fortuner accept in Charlotte, NC?

    Dr. Fortuner in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

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    Where is Dr. Fortuner's office located?

    Dr. William Fortuner's Primary Practice

    2001 Vail Ave

    Charlotte, NC 28207

    (704) 304-5000

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    Dr. William Fortuner's Practice 2

    540 Litchfield St

    Torrington, CT 06790

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Anesthesiologists

    Member

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

    Dr. Fortuner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588690499.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortuner?

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

    What is Dr. William Fortuner's specialty?

    Dr. Fortuner is a Anesthesiologist near Charlotte, NC. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Fortuner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Fortuner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fortuner is affiliated with Atrium Health Mercy 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist 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 William Fortuner accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?

    Yes, Dr. William Fortuner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Fortuner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fortuner's office at (704) 304-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Fortuner?

    Please contact Dr. Fortuner's office at (704) 304-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Fortuner have?

    Dr. William Fortuner is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board of Anesthesiology.

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