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Dr. Peter Fort, MD

Blairsville, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fort, Pulmonologist in Blairsville, GA?

    Dr. Peter Fort, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Blairsville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fort completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Pulmonary Diseases; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fort is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fort’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fort’s office at (208) 239-2640.

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

    • Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Pulmonary Diseases; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Fort board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Fort, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fort speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fort treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Fort 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. Fort. 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:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Does Dr. Fort accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fort accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 239-2640 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fort accept in Blairsville, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Georgia

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fort's office located?

    Dr. Peter Fort's Primary Practice

    35 Hospital Rd

    Blairsville, GA 30512

    (208) 239-2640

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    Dr. Peter Fort's Practice 2

    5400 Riverside Dr Ste 202

    Macon, GA 31210

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    Dr. Peter Fort's Practice 3

    2300 Northside Xing # B

    Macon, GA 31210

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

    Dr. Fort's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932191319.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fort?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Fort's specialty?

    Dr. Fort is a Pulmonologist near Blairsville, GA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Fort to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Fort affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fort is affiliated with Union General Hospital - Blairsville, Ga 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 Pulmonologist?

    Explore Pulmonologist 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 Peter Fort accepting new patients in Blairsville, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Fort is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Fort offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fort's office at (208) 239-2640 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Fort?

    Please contact Dr. Fort's office at (208) 239-2640 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Fort have?

    Dr. Peter Fort is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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