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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ortega-Lingiah, Hospitalist in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Kwen Ortega-Lingiah, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ortega-Lingiah graduated from Cebu Institute of Medicine and completed her residency at New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program. Dr. Ortega-Lingiah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortega-Lingiah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortega-Lingiah’s office at (203) 276-7298.
Where did Dr. Ortega-Lingiah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: Cebu Institute of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ortega-Lingiah speak?
Dr. Ortega-Lingiah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ortega-Lingiah typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ortega-Lingiah 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-Lingiah. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ortega-Lingiah typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Kwen Ortega-Lingiah may include:
Please contact Dr. Ortega-Lingiah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ortega-Lingiah accept my insurance?
Dr. Ortega-Lingiah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 276-7298 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ortega-Lingiah accept in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Ortega-Lingiah in Stamford, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ortega-Lingiah's office located?
Dr. Kwen Ortega-Lingiah's Primary Practice
1 Hospital Plz
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 276-7298
What is Dr. Ortega-Lingiah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ortega-Lingiah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124399035.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortega-Lingiah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortega-Lingiah
What is Dr. Kwen Ortega-Lingiah's specialty?
Dr. Ortega-Lingiah is a Hospitalist near Stamford, CT.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Kwen Ortega-Lingiah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ortega-Lingiah is affiliated with Stamford Health, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport 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 Kwen Ortega-Lingiah accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Kwen Ortega-Lingiah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kwen Ortega-Lingiah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ortega-Lingiah's office at (203) 276-7298 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kwen Ortega-Lingiah?
Please contact Dr. Ortega-Lingiah's office at (203) 276-7298 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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