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Dr. Chad Fortun, MD

Wilmington, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fortun, Orthopedic Surgeon in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Chad Fortun, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fortun is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortun’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortun’s office at (910) 341-3300.

    What languages does Dr. Fortun speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fortun treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Fortun 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. Fortun. 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:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Left Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Left rotator cuff rupture
    • Left shoulder tendon tear
    • Left shoulder muscle tear
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Sprain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon
    • Torn Shoulder Tendon
    • Shoulder Tendon Rupture
    • Rotator Cuff Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
    • M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Knee Ligament Sprain
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Sprained Knee Ligament
    • Ligament Injury in Knee
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other Right Hip Joint Problems
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Joint Condition
    • Right Hip Arthropathy
    • Right Hip Articular Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25851: Other specified joint disorders, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Sprain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Hip Ligament Sprain
    • Pulled Hip Ligament
    • Hip Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S73191A: Other sprain of right hip, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Fortun perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Chad Fortun may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fortun's office.

    Does Dr. Fortun accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fortun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 341-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fortun accept in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Fortun in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medcost Preferred

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fortun's office located?

    Dr. Chad Fortun's Primary Practice

    1202 Medical Center Dr

    Wilmington, NC 28401

    (910) 341-3300

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    Dr. Chad Fortun's Practice 2

    904 N Howe St

    Southport, NC 28461

    (910) 341-3300

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    Dr. Chad Fortun's Practice 3

    1802 S 17th St

    Wilmington, NC 28401

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

    Dr. Fortun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619119252.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortun?

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

    What is Dr. Chad Fortun's specialty?

    Dr. Fortun is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Wilmington, NC. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Fortun to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chad Fortun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fortun is affiliated with Carteret Health Care 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 Chad Fortun accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Chad Fortun is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chad Fortun offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fortun's office at (910) 341-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chad Fortun?

    Please contact Dr. Fortun's office at (910) 341-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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