21 Years of Experience
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 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Laartz typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
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
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Laartz typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brent Laartz may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Laartz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Brent Laartz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laartz is affiliated with Hca Florida Trinity Hospital, Morton Plant Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 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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