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Who is Dr. Fitzgerald, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Benjamin Fitzgerald, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fitzgerald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzgerald’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzgerald’s office at (319) 384-6511.
What languages does Dr. Fitzgerald speak?
Dr. Fitzgerald and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fitzgerald typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fitzgerald 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. Fitzgerald. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fitzgerald typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Fitzgerald 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. Fitzgerald's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fitzgerald accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitzgerald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 384-6511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzgerald accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Fitzgerald in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Astiva Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Summit Administration Services Inc
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Where is Dr. Fitzgerald's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Fitzgerald's Primary Practice
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242
(319) 384-6511
What hospitals are Dr. Fitzgerald affiliated with?
Dr. Fitzgerald has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Providence Alaska Medical Center,Anchorage, AK
Providence Alaska Medical Center,Anchorage, AK
Bartlett Regional Hospital,Juneau, AK
Bartlett Regional Hospital,Juneau, AK
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center,Palmer, AK
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center,Palmer, AK
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Llc,Fairbanks, AK
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Llc,Fairbanks, AK
What is Dr. Fitzgerald's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitzgerald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245898881.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzgerald?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzgerald
What is Dr. Benjamin Fitzgerald's specialty?
Dr. Fitzgerald is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Iowa City, IA.
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 Dr. Benjamin Fitzgerald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Fitzgerald is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Alaska Medical Center, Bartlett Regional Hospital, Mat-Su Regional Medical Center, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Llc. 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Benjamin Fitzgerald accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Fitzgerald is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Fitzgerald offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald's office at (319) 384-6511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Fitzgerald?
Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald's office at (319) 384-6511 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Fitzgerald's office located?
Dr. Fitzgerald's offices are located in Iowa City, IA and Anamosa, IA.
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