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Dr. Gilbert Fortus, MD

Melbourne, FL

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    Who is Dr. Fortus, Internist in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Gilbert Fortus, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fortus graduated from University of Eastern Finland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fortus is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fortus’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fortus’s office at (321) 725-4500.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine | University of Florida Program

    • Medical School: University of Eastern Finland School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fortus board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Gilbert Fortus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fortus speak?

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

    • English

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Fortus treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Fortus 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. Fortus. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    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:

    • 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:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
    • Bladder Disease
    • Neurogenic Bladder
    • Bladder Control Issues
    • Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Fortus perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gilbert Fortus may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fortus' office.

    Does Dr. Fortus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fortus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 725-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fortus accept in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Fortus in Melbourne, FL 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 Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Medicare

    • Pan American Life

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fortus' office located?

    Dr. Gilbert Fortus' Primary Practice

    1223 Gateway Dr

    Melbourne, FL 32901

    (321) 725-4500

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    Dr. Gilbert Fortus' Practice 2

    701 Union St

    Kissimmee, FL 34741

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

    Dr. Fortus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356311385.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fortus?

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

    What is Dr. Gilbert Fortus's specialty?

    Dr. Fortus is a Internist near Melbourne, FL.

    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. Fortus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gilbert Fortus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Fortus is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Orlando Health St. Cloud 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

    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 Gilbert Fortus accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gilbert Fortus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gilbert Fortus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fortus's office at (321) 725-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gilbert Fortus?

    Please contact Dr. Fortus's office at (321) 725-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gilbert Fortus have?

    Dr. Gilbert Fortus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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