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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fortunato, Internist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Vincent Fortunato, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Fortunato completed his residency at St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fortunato is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortunato’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortunato’s office at (314) 457-9338.
Where did Dr. Fortunato go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il
Is Dr. Fortunato board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Vincent Fortunato, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fortunato speak?
Dr. Fortunato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Fortunato typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Fortunato 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. Fortunato. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Stroke
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Fortunato typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Fortunato performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Fortunato. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Fortunato accept my insurance?
Dr. Fortunato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 457-9338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fortunato accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Fortunato in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fortunato's office located?
Dr. Vincent Fortunato's Primary Practice
2325 Dougherty Ferry Rd Ste 104
Saint Louis, MO 63122
(314) 457-9338
What is Dr. Fortunato's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fortunato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174508436.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortunato?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fortunato
What is Dr. Vincent Fortunato's specialty?
Dr. Fortunato is a Internist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Vincent Fortunato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fortunato is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo, Mercy Hospital South, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Ssm Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton 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
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Is Vincent Fortunato accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Vincent Fortunato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vincent Fortunato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fortunato's office at (314) 457-9338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vincent Fortunato?
Please contact Dr. Fortunato's office at (314) 457-9338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vincent Fortunato have?
Dr. Vincent Fortunato is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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