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Dr. Fausto Ordonez, MD

Lakeland, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ordonez, Neurologist in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Fausto Ordonez, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL. Dr. Ordonez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ordonez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ordonez’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Ordonez speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Ordonez typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Ordonez 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. Ordonez. 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:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
    • I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Neurological signs
    • Nerve problems
    • Brain and nerve symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Does Dr. Ordonez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ordonez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ordonez accept in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Ordonez in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ordonez's office located?

    Dr. Fausto Ordonez's Primary Practice

    1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd

    Lakeland, FL 33805

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ordonez affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ordonez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center,Lakeland, FL
    Winter Haven Hospital,Winter Haven, FL

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

    Dr. Ordonez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255702809.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ordonez?

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

    What is Dr. Fausto Ordonez's specialty?

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Is Dr. Fausto Ordonez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ordonez is affiliated with Hca Florida Brandon Hospital, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center 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 a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Fausto Ordonez accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Fausto Ordonez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fausto Ordonez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ordonez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fausto Ordonez?

    Please contact Dr. Ordonez's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ordonez's office located?

    Dr. Ordonez's office is located in Lakeland, FL.