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Who is Dr. Forte, Internist in Miami Lakes, FL?
Dr. Betty Forte, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Miami Lakes, FL. She is board certified. Dr. Forte is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forte’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forte’s office at (305) 821-9115.
What languages does Dr. Forte speak?
Dr. Forte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Forte treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Forte 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. Forte. 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:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Respiratory Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Lung Disorder Screening
- Breathing Problem Check
- Pulmonary Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z1383: Encounter for screening for respiratory disorder NEC
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:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Which procedures does Dr. Forte perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Betty Forte 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. Forte's office.
Does Dr. Forte accept my insurance?
Dr. Forte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 821-9115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forte accept in Miami Lakes, FL?
Dr. Forte in Miami Lakes, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
MagnaCare Rx
Medica HealthCare
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Forte's office located?
Dr. Betty Forte's Primary Practice
5801 Miami Lakes Dr
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
(305) 821-9115
What is Dr. Forte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477819357.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forte
What is Dr. Betty Forte's specialty?
Dr. Forte is a Internist near Miami Lakes, FL.
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. Forte to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Betty Forte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Forte is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Betty Forte accepting new patients in Miami Lakes, FL?
Yes, Dr. Betty Forte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Betty Forte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forte's office at (305) 821-9115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Betty Forte?
Please contact Dr. Forte's office at (305) 821-9115 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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