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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Fortes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bay Shore, NY?
Dr. Cesar Fortes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bay Shore, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Fortes graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency at Winthrop-University Hosp, Internal Medicine; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fortes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortes’s office at (516) 308-7255.
Where did Dr. Fortes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Winthrop-University Hosp, Internal Medicine; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Internal Medicine | Kingsbrook Jewish Hosp
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
Is Dr. Fortes board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Cesar Fortes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fortes speak?
Dr. Fortes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fortes typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fortes 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. Fortes. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
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:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Eye Infection
- Sore Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fortes typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cesar Fortes may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Fortes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fortes accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Fortes' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Fortes' office located?
What is Dr. Fortes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fortes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205865466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortes
What is Dr. Cesar Fortes's specialty?
Dr. Fortes is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bay Shore, NY.
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 this Dr. Cesar Fortes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fortes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Cesar Fortes accepting new patients in Bay Shore, NY?
Yes, Dr. Cesar Fortes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cesar Fortes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fortes's office at (516) 308-7255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cesar Fortes?
Please contact Dr. Fortes's office at (516) 308-7255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cesar Fortes have?
Dr. Cesar Fortes is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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