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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ortega, Infectious Disease Specialist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Felix Ortega, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ortega completed his residency at Sinai-Grace Hosp/Grace Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ortega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortega’s office at (305) 445-2933.
Where did Dr. Ortega go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sinai-Grace Hosp/Grace Hosp, Internal Medicine | Mt Carmel Mercy Hosp
Medical School: University De San Carlos, Fac De Cien Med, Guatemala | University of San Carlos/ Health Services Department
What languages does Dr. Ortega speak?
Dr. Ortega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ortega typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Ortega 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. Ortega. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonia from Ventilator
- Klebsiella Pneumonia
- Lung infection
- Bacterial pneumonia
- Pseudomonas pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Ventilator-Acquired Pneumonia
- VAP
- Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
- Klebsiella Lung Infection
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Severe Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J151: Pneumonia due to Pseudomonas
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J95851: Ventilator associated pneumonia
- J150: Pneumonia due to Klebsiella pneumoniae
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
- Acute Bronchitis
- Infectious Bronchitis
- Chest Cold
- Bronchial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms
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:
- Life-Threatening Yeast Infection
- Sepsis
- Yeast Infection
- Candida sepsis
- Systemic candidiasis
- Fungal blood infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B377: Candidal sepsis
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ortega typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Felix Ortega may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Ortega's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ortega accept my insurance?
Dr. Ortega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 445-2933 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ortega accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Ortega in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ortega's office located?
Dr. Felix Ortega's Primary Practice
10300 SW 72nd St Ste 318
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 445-2933
What is Dr. Ortega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ortega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700959236.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortega?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortega
What is Dr. Felix Ortega's specialty?
Dr. Ortega is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Miami, FL.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Felix Ortega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ortega is affiliated with Hca Florida Kendall Hospital 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Felix Ortega accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Felix Ortega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Felix Ortega offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (305) 445-2933 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Felix Ortega?
Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (305) 445-2933 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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