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Dr. John Fichtenkort, MD

Dr. John Fichtenkort, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Modesto, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fichtenkort, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. John Fichtenkort, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Fichtenkort graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fichtenkort is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fichtenkort’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fichtenkort’s office at (209) 524-1211.

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

    • Residency: Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fichtenkort board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Fichtenkort, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fichtenkort speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fichtenkort typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fichtenkort 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. Fichtenkort. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Bronchitis
    • Long-term Bronchitis
    • Persistent Bronchitis
    • Inflamed Airways

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J418: Mixed simple and mucopurulent chronic bronchitis

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fichtenkort typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Fichtenkort may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fichtenkort's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fichtenkort accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fichtenkort accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 524-1211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fichtenkort accept in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. Fichtenkort in Modesto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fichtenkort's office located?

    Dr. John Fichtenkort's Primary Practice

    600 Coffee Rd

    Modesto, CA 95355

    (209) 524-1211

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    Dr. John Fichtenkort's Practice 2

    1011 Sylvan Ave Ste C

    Modesto, CA 95350

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    Dr. John Fichtenkort's Practice 3

    2800 L St

    Sacramento, CA 95816

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

    Dr. Fichtenkort's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265611768.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fichtenkort?

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

    What is Dr. John Fichtenkort's specialty?

    Dr. Fichtenkort is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Modesto, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. John Fichtenkort affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fichtenkort is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. John Fichtenkort accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Fichtenkort is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Fichtenkort offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fichtenkort's office at (209) 524-1211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Fichtenkort?

    Please contact Dr. Fichtenkort's office at (209) 524-1211 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fichtenkort's office located?

    Dr. Fichtenkort's offices are located in Modesto, CA and Sacramento, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Fichtenkort have?

    Dr. John Fichtenkort is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.