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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Villa Forte, Rheumatologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Alexandra Villa Forte, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Villa Forte graduated from Kazan Federal University Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology. Dr. Villa Forte is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Villa Forte’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Villa Forte’s office at (216) 444-2200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Villa Forte?
Dr. Alexandra Villa Forte, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Villa Forte empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Vasculitis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland/OH community, Dr. Villa Forte is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Villa Forte go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidade Do Estado Da Guanabara | Kazan Federal University Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology
What languages does Dr. Villa Forte speak?
Dr. Villa Forte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Villa Forte treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Villa Forte 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. Villa Forte. 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:
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) without kidney problems
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) with kidney problems
- Giant cell arteritis
- Artery Inflammation
- Vasculitis
- Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA)
- Skin Vasculitis
- Microscopic polyangiitis (MPA)
- Takayasu Arteritis
- Polyarteritis nodosa
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Eosinophilic Disorder
- Adenosine deaminase 2 deficiency
- Wegener's without kidney involvement
- Non-renal GPA
- Localized GPA
- Wegener's with kidney involvement
- Renal GPA
- GPA kidney disease
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
- Arteritis
- Blood Vessel Inflammation
- Vascular Inflammation
- ANCA Vasculitis
- Angiitis
- Churg-Strauss syndrome
- Allergic granulomatosis
- Churg-Strauss vasculitis
- Cutaneous Vasculitis
- Inflammation of Skin Blood Vessels
- Vasculitic Rash
- MPA vasculitis
- Hypersensitivity vasculitis
- Small vessel vasculitis
- Aortic Arch Syndrome
- Pulseless Disease
- Large Vessel Vasculitis
- PAN
- Kussmaul-Maier disease
- Systemic necrotizing vasculitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3130: Wegener's granulomatosis without renal involvement
- M3131: Wegener's granulomatosis with renal involvement
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
- I776: Arteritis, unspecified
- I7782: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody [ANCA] vasculitis
- M301: Polyarteritis with lung involvement [Churg-Strauss]
- L959: Vasculitis limited to the skin, unspecified
- M317: Microscopic polyangiitis
- M314: Aortic arch syndrome [Takayasu]
- M300: Polyarteritis nodosa
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Allergic Purpura
- Allergy
- Bleeding Disorder
- IgA Vasculitis
- Henoch-Schönlein purpura
- IgA vasculitis
- Vascular purpura
ICD-10 Codes:
- D690: Allergic purpura
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Polymyositis with muscle weakness
- Myositis
- Polymyositis with muscle involvement
- PM with myopathy
- Muscle inflammation with muscle pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3322: Polymyositis with myopathy
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Long-term Systemic Steroid Use
- Steroids
- Chronic systemic corticosteroid use
- Oral steroid therapy long-term
- Systemic steroid medication
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7952: Long term (current) use of systemic steroids
Which procedures does Dr. Villa Forte perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexandra Villa Forte may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Villa Forte's office.
Does Dr. Villa Forte accept my insurance?
Dr. Villa Forte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Villa Forte accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Villa Forte in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Ohio
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Villa Forte's office located?
Dr. Alexandra Villa Forte's Primary Practice
9500 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44195
(216) 444-2200
What is Dr. Villa Forte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Villa Forte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154521136.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Villa Forte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Villa Forte
What is Dr. Alexandra Villa Forte's specialty?
Dr. Villa Forte is a Rheumatologist near Cleveland, OH. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Villa Forte to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexandra Villa Forte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Villa Forte is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Alexandra Villa Forte accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Villa Forte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Villa Forte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Villa Forte's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Villa Forte?
Please contact Dr. Villa Forte's office at (216) 444-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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