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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fortner, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Grady Fortner, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fortner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortner’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortner’s office at (225) 765-8826.
What languages does Dr. Fortner speak?
Dr. Fortner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fortner typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fortner 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. Fortner. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
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:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fortner typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Grady Fortner may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Fortner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fortner accept my insurance?
Dr. Fortner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-8826 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fortner accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Fortner in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fortner's office located?
What is Dr. Fortner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fortner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043636202.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortner
What is Dr. Grady Fortner's specialty?
Dr. Fortner is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Grady Fortner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fortner is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Woman's 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Grady Fortner accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Grady Fortner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Grady Fortner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fortner's office at (225) 765-8826 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Grady Fortner?
Please contact Dr. Fortner's office at (225) 765-8826 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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