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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fortuna, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Christopher Fortuna is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hialeah, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fortuna is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortuna’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortuna’s office at (412) 359-4905.
What languages does Dr. Fortuna speak?
Dr. Fortuna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fortuna treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fortuna 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. Fortuna. 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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Which procedures does Dr. Fortuna perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Fortuna may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fortuna's office.
Does Dr. Fortuna accept my insurance?
Dr. Fortuna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 359-4905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fortuna accept in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Fortuna in Hialeah, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
ZF TRW
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Where is Dr. Fortuna's office located?
Dr. Christopher Fortuna's Primary Practice
651 E 25th St
Hialeah, FL 33013
(412) 359-4905
What is Dr. Fortuna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fortuna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710568704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortuna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortuna
What is Dr. Christopher Fortuna's specialty?
Dr. Fortuna is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Hialeah, FL. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Fortuna to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Fortuna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fortuna is affiliated with Hialeah Hospital, Palmetto General Hospital, North Shore Medical Center - Miami, FL, Baptist Hospital of Miami, Keralty Hospital Miami, HCA Florida Kendall 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
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Is Christopher Fortuna accepting new patients in Hialeah, FL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Fortuna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Fortuna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fortuna's office at (412) 359-4905 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Fortuna?
Please contact Dr. Fortuna's office at (412) 359-4905 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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