EverydayHealthLogo
GP

1.0

(1)

Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD

Melbourne, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ponte, Endocrinologist in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Ponte graduated from U Catolica De Santiago and completed his residency at Christ Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Ponte is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponte’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponte’s office at (321) 312-3307.

    Where did Dr. Ponte go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    • Residency: Christ Hospital Medical Center

    • Medical School: U Catolica De Santiago

    Is Dr. Ponte board certified as an Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ponte speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Ponte typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Ponte 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. Ponte. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Ponte typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Ponte 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. Ponte. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Ponte accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ponte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 312-3307 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ponte accept in Melbourne, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Bankers Life

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Ponte's office located?

    Dr. Gaston Ponte's Primary Practice

    1223 Gateway Dr Ste 1F

    Melbourne, FL 32901

    (321) 312-3307

    Get Directions

    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    1.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

    Check mark

    Attentiveness

    20% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

    Check mark

    Appointment Booking

    20% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Check mark

    Diagnosis

    20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Gaston Ponte a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Ponte has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Ponte, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

    Read Patient Reviews

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

    Dr. Ponte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518168293.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponte?

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

    What is Dr. Gaston Ponte's specialty?

    Dr. Ponte is a Endocrinologist near Melbourne, FL.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

    Is this Dr. Gaston Ponte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ponte is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center, Cape Canaveral Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital 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 an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Endocrinologist. 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 Gaston Ponte accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gaston Ponte is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gaston Ponte offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ponte's office at (321) 312-3307 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gaston Ponte?

    Please contact Dr. Ponte's office at (321) 312-3307 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gaston Ponte have?

    Dr. Gaston Ponte is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

    <section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>