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Who is Dr. Fort, Otolaryngologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Matthew Fort is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Fort is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fort’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fort’s office at (205) 838-3755.
What languages does Dr. Fort speak?
Dr. Fort and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fort treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Fort 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. Fort. 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:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Nerve hearing loss
- Inner ear hearing loss
- Permanent hearing loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss
Also known as:
- Ear Disorder
- Ear Problem
- Ear Condition
- Hearing Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H938X9: Other specified disorders of ear, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Left Ear Pain
- Ear Disorder
- Pain
- Left Earache
- Otalgia Left Side
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9202: Otalgia, left ear
Also known as:
- Non-Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Vasomotor rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
- Non-allergic nasal inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J300: Vasomotor rhinitis
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Which procedures does Dr. Fort perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Matthew Fort may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fort's office.
Does Dr. Fort accept my insurance?
Dr. Fort accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 838-3755 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fort accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Fort in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Fort's office located?
What is Dr. Fort's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fort's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760801039.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fort?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fort
What is Dr. Matthew Fort's specialty?
Dr. Fort is a Otolaryngologist near Birmingham, AL. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Fort to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Fort affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fort is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Matthew Fort accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Fort is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Fort offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fort's office at (205) 838-3755 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Fort?
Please contact Dr. Fort's office at (205) 838-3755 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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