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Dr. Geria Furtuna, MD

Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Rochester, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Furtuna, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Geria Furtuna, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY. Dr. Furtuna graduated from Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy and completed her residency at SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program. Dr. Furtuna is fluent in English and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Furtuna’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Furtuna’s office at (585) 760-5466.

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

    • Residency: SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu

    What languages does Dr. Furtuna speak?

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

    • English
    • Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Furtuna typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Furtuna 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. Furtuna. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Furtuna typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Furtuna 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. Furtuna. 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:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Furtuna accept my insurance?

    Dr. Furtuna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 760-5466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Furtuna accept in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Furtuna in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    • Centene Corporation

    • Humana

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • Nascentia Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Visiting Nurse Service of New York

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    Where is Dr. Furtuna's office located?

    Dr. Geria Furtuna's Primary Practice

    435 E Henrietta Rd

    Rochester, NY 14620

    (585) 760-5466

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

    Dr. Furtuna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184646952.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Furtuna?

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

    What is Dr. Geria Furtuna's specialty?

    Dr. Furtuna is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Rochester, NY.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is Dr. Geria Furtuna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Furtuna 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

    When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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. Geria Furtuna accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Geria Furtuna is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Geria Furtuna offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Furtuna's office at (585) 760-5466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Geria Furtuna?

    Please contact Dr. Furtuna's office at (585) 760-5466 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Furtuna's office located?

    Dr. Furtuna's office is located in Rochester, NY.