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Dr. Terry Ann Fortin, MD

Durham, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fortin, Cardiologist in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Terry Ann Fortin, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Fortin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortin’s office at (919) 681-1322.

    What languages does Dr. Fortin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fortin treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Fortin 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. Fortin. 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:

    • Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension from Blood Clots
    • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • PAH
    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure
    • High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
    • Secondary PAH
    • Lung artery hypertension from other causes
    • CTEPH
    • Persistent high blood pressure in lung arteries from clots
    • Long-term lung hypertension from emboli

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I270: Primary pulmonary hypertension
    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
    • I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • I2724: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • 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

    Which procedures does Dr. Fortin perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Terry Ann Fortin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fortin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fortin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 681-1322 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fortin accept in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Fortin in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • Univera Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fortin's office located?

    Dr. Terry Ann Fortin's Primary Practice

    234 Crooked Creek Pkwy

    Durham, NC 27713

    (919) 681-1322

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    Dr. Terry Ann Fortin's Practice 2

    4101 N Roxboro St

    Durham, NC 27704

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    Dr. Terry Ann Fortin's Practice 3

    2351 Erwin Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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

    Dr. Fortin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790793578.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortin?

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

    What is Dr. Terry Ann Fortin's specialty?

    Dr. Fortin is a Cardiologist near Durham, NC. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Fortin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Terry Ann Fortin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fortin is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist 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 Terry Ann Fortin accepting new patients in Durham, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Terry Ann Fortin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Terry Ann Fortin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fortin's office at (919) 681-1322 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Terry Ann Fortin?

    Please contact Dr. Fortin's office at (919) 681-1322 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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