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Dr. Brent Laartz, MD

New Port Richey, FL

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Laartz, Infectious Disease Specialist in New Port Richey, FL?

    Dr. Brent Laartz, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in New Port Richey, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Laartz graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Laartz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laartz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laartz’s office at (727) 669-6800.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | University Of S Fl College Of Med | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Laartz board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Laartz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Laartz speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Laartz treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Laartz 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. Laartz. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis of Right Upper Limb
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection
    • Right Arm Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Right Arm Infection
    • Spreading Right Arm Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
    • L03113: Cellulitis of right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lobar Pneumonia
    • Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Lung Lobe Infection
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Severe Pneumonia
    • Inhalation Pneumonia
    • Chemical Pneumonitis
    • Aspiration Lung Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J181: Lobar pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Cystitis
    • Bladder Infection
    • Painful Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Bone Infection
    • Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
    • Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Local Skin Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Skin bacterial infection
    • Subcutaneous tissue infection
    • Localized skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Arterial Disease with Heel and Midfoot Ulcers in Left Leg
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PAD with Foot Sores
    • Poor Circulation with Heel Wounds
    • Artery Disease with Foot Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70244: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Site Infection
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-specific surgical infection
    • Other post-operative infection
    • Unspecified surgical wound infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8149XA: Infection following a procedure, other surgical site, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • C. diff Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Clostridioides difficile infection
    • Clostridium difficile colitis
    • C. difficile-associated diarrhea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A0472: Enterocolitis due to Clostridium difficile, not specified as recurrent

    Which procedures does Dr. Laartz perform as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Laartz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Laartz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 669-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Laartz accept in New Port Richey, FL?

    Dr. Laartz in New Port Richey, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Laartz's office located?

    Dr. Brent Laartz's Primary Practice

    8607 Easthaven Ct Ste 101

    New Port Richey, FL 34655

    (727) 669-6800

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    Dr. Brent Laartz's Practice 2

    1840 Mease Dr Ste 319

    Safety Harbor, FL 34695

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

    Dr. Laartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861437881.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laartz?

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

    What is Dr. Brent Laartz's specialty?

    Dr. Laartz is a Infectious Disease Specialist near New Port Richey, FL.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Contact Dr. Laartz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brent Laartz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Laartz is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital, HCA Florida Trinity Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, AdventHealth Tampa 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

    Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 Brent Laartz accepting new patients in New Port Richey, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Laartz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brent Laartz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Laartz's office at (727) 669-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brent Laartz?

    Please contact Dr. Laartz's office at (727) 669-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Laartz have?

    Dr. Brent Laartz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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