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Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Fort Pierce, FL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gonzalez, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Pierce, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Gonzalez graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe and completed her residency at Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med, Psychiatry. Dr. Gonzalez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez’s office at (772) 461-4000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med, Psychiatry

    • Medical School: Universidad Central Del Caribe

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

    Yes, Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gonzalez speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gonzalez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gonzalez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 461-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzalez accept in Fort Pierce, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independent Health Association

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Gonzalez's office located?

    Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez's Primary Practice

    1700 S 23rd St

    Fort Pierce, FL 34950

    (772) 461-4000

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    Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez's Practice 2

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave

    Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952

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

    Dr. Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881638047.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez?

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

    What is Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez's specialty?

    Dr. Gonzalez is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fort Pierce, FL.

    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. Yolanda Gonzalez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gonzalez is affiliated with Hca Florida St. Lucie Hospital, Hca Florida Lawnwood 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 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. Yolanda Gonzalez accepting new patients in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (772) 461-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez?

    Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (772) 461-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gonzalez's office located?

    Dr. Gonzalez's offices are located in Fort Pierce, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez have?

    Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.