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Dr. Susan Fanta, MD

Yankton, SD

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fanta, Internist in Yankton, SD?

    Dr. Susan Fanta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Yankton, SD. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fanta graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fanta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fanta’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fanta’s office at (605) 665-7841.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fanta?

    Dr. Susan Fanta, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fanta empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Yankton/SD community, Dr. Fanta is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Nebraska Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | University of Nebraska College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fanta board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Fanta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fanta speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fanta treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Fanta 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. Fanta. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Which procedures does Dr. Fanta perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Susan Fanta may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fanta's office.

    Does Dr. Fanta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fanta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 665-7841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fanta accept in Yankton, SD?

    Dr. Fanta in Yankton, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Avera Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • State of South Dakota

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Fanta's office located?

    Dr. Susan Fanta's Primary Practice

    1104 W 8th St

    Yankton, SD 57078

    (605) 665-7841

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

    Dr. Fanta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326049313.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fanta?

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

    What is Dr. Susan Fanta's specialty?

    Dr. Fanta is a Internist near Yankton, SD.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Fanta to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Susan Fanta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fanta is affiliated with Avera Sacred Heart Hospital 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Susan Fanta accepting new patients in Yankton, SD?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Fanta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Susan Fanta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fanta's office at (605) 665-7841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Susan Fanta?

    Please contact Dr. Fanta's office at (605) 665-7841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Fanta have?

    Dr. Susan Fanta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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