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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fortenberry, Family Medicine Specialist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Christian Fortenberry is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Fortenberry is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortenberry’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortenberry’s office at (601) 200-4560.
What languages does Dr. Fortenberry speak?
Dr. Fortenberry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fortenberry treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fortenberry 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. Fortenberry. 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:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Mini-Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Coordination Problems
- Slurred Speech
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Paralysis
- Movement Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Ataxia
- Balance Issues
- Clumsiness
- Movement Disorder after Stroke
- Dysarthria
- Difficulty Articulating
- Unclear Speech after Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69393: Ataxia following cerebral infarction
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69322: Dysarthria following cerebral infarction
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- 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:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Fortenberry perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christian Fortenberry may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fortenberry's office.
Does Dr. Fortenberry accept my insurance?
Dr. Fortenberry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 200-4560 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fortenberry accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Fortenberry in Jackson, MS 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 & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fortenberry's office located?
Dr. Christian Fortenberry's Primary Practice
969 Lakeland Dr
Jackson, MS 39216
(601) 200-4560
What is Dr. Fortenberry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fortenberry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003415266.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortenberry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortenberry
What is Dr. Christian Fortenberry's specialty?
Dr. Fortenberry is a Family Medicine Specialist near Jackson, MS. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Fortenberry to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christian Fortenberry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fortenberry is affiliated with St. Dominic Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Christian Fortenberry accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Christian Fortenberry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Fortenberry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fortenberry's office at (601) 200-4560 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Fortenberry?
Please contact Dr. Fortenberry's office at (601) 200-4560 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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