Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry, MD
Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Texarkana, TX
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fortenberry, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Texarkana, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Fortenberry graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Fortenberry is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortenberry’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortenberry’s office at (903) 293-7093.
Where did Dr. Fortenberry go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fortenberry board certified in Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
Yes, Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fortenberry speak?
Dr. Fortenberry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fortenberry treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Fortenberry 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. Fortenberry. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Aphasia
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Speech Loss
- Language Disorder
- Difficulty Speaking after Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69320: Aphasia following cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Critical Illness Myopathy
- Muscle Disorder
- ICU-acquired weakness
- Critical care myopathy
- Muscle weakness after severe illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7281: Critical illness myopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Fortenberry perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fortenberry's office.
Does Dr. Fortenberry accept my insurance?
Dr. Fortenberry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 293-7093 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fortenberry accept in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Fortenberry in Texarkana, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fortenberry's office located?
Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry's Primary Practice
4920 Elizabeth St
Texarkana, TX 75503
(903) 293-7093
Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry's Practice 2
2602 Saint Michael Dr Ste 302
Texarkana, TX 75503
(903) 293-7093
What is Dr. Fortenberry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fortenberry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114960473.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortenberry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortenberry
What is Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry's specialty?
Dr. Fortenberry is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Texarkana, TX. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Fortenberry to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fortenberry is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System 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
Where can I learn more about Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
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Is Dewitt Fortenberry accepting new patients in Texarkana, TX?
Yes, Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fortenberry's office at (903) 293-7093 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dewitt Fortenberry?
Please contact Dr. Fortenberry's office at (903) 293-7093 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry have?
Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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