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Who is Dr. Ortega, Internist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Gustavo Ortega, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ortega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortega’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortega’s office at (520) 721-7536.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ortega?
Dr. Gustavo Ortega, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ortega empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tucson/AZ community, Dr. Ortega is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
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 Dr. Ortega treat?
As a Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- L2 Compression Fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Broken L2 Vertebra
- Lumbar Compression Fracture
- Fractured Lower Back Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32020D: Wedge compression fracture of second lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
Which procedures does Dr. Ortega perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gustavo Ortega 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ortega's office.
Does Dr. Ortega accept my insurance?
Dr. Ortega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 721-7536 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ortega accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Ortega in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ortega's office located?
Dr. Gustavo Ortega's Primary Practice
5055 E Broadway Blvd Ste A100
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 721-7536
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 1750644894.
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. Gustavo Ortega's specialty?
Dr. Ortega is a Internist near Tucson, AZ.
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.
Contact Dr. Ortega to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gustavo Ortega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ortega is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center 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
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Is Gustavo Ortega accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Ortega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gustavo Ortega offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (520) 721-7536 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Ortega?
Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (520) 721-7536 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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