Dr. Blake Fortes, MD

Austin, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Fortes, Retina Specialist in Austin, TX?

Dr. Blake Fortes, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX. Dr. Fortes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortes’s office at (507) 284-2511.

What languages does Dr. Fortes speak?

Dr. Fortes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Fortes typically treat?

As a Retina Specialist, conditions treated by Dr. Blake Fortes may include:

Please contact Dr. Fortes' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Fortes typically perform?

As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Blake Fortes may include:

Please contact Dr. Fortes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Fortes accept my insurance?

Dr. Fortes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Fortes accept in Austin, TX?

Dr. Fortes in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of California
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Fortes' office located?

Dr. Blake Fortes' Primary Practice

13492 Research Blvd Ste 120

Austin, TX 78750

(507) 284-2511

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What hospitals are Dr. Fortes affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Fortes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Harbor - Ucla Medical Center,Torrance, CA

Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center,Los Angeles, CA

What is Dr. Fortes's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Fortes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235699323.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortes?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortes

What is Dr. Blake Fortes's specialty?

Dr. Fortes is a Retina Specialist near Austin, TX.

What does a Retina Specialist do?

An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.

Is Dr. Blake Fortes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Fortes is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla 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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