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Dr. Cristina Colon Aponte, MD
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colon Aponte, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Cristina Colon Aponte, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Colon Aponte completed her residency at University of Puerto Rico Hospital Distrito Universitario. Dr. Colon Aponte is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colon Aponte’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colon Aponte’s office at (305) 585-1111.
Where did Dr. Colon Aponte go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UM-JMH
Residency: University of Puerto Rico Hospital Distrito Universitario
Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Colon Aponte speak?
Dr. Colon Aponte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Colon Aponte treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Colon Aponte 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. Colon Aponte. 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:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
- O0990: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
- O09529: Supervision of elderly multigravida, unspecified trimester
- O0993: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
Also known as:
- Obesity during pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Maternal obesity
- Obesity in pregnancy
- Weight issues in pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99210: Obesity complicating pregnancy, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
What procedures does Dr. Colon Aponte perform?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Colon Aponte performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Colon Aponte. 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:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum visits
- Pregnancy check-ups
- Maternity care appointments
CPT Codes:
- 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum Care
- Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Obstetric Visits
CPT Codes:
- 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits
Does Dr. Colon Aponte accept my insurance?
Dr. Colon Aponte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 585-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colon Aponte accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Colon Aponte in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Community Care Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Colon Aponte's office located?
Dr. Cristina Colon Aponte's Primary Practice
200 NW 7th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
(305) 585-1111
What is Dr. Colon Aponte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colon Aponte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154703452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colon Aponte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colon Aponte
What is Dr. Cristina Colon Aponte's specialty?
Dr. Colon Aponte is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies. Contact Dr. Colon Aponte to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cristina Colon Aponte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colon Aponte is affiliated with Broward Health Coral Springs 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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Is Cristina Colon Aponte accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
No, Dr. Cristina Colon Aponte is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cristina Colon Aponte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colon Aponte's office at (305) 585-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cristina Colon Aponte?
Please contact Dr. Colon Aponte's office at (305) 585-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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