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Dr. Gilbert Fortus, MD
Melbourne, FL
Accepting patients
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. 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 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 as an 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 an 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Limb Loss
- Traumatic Amputation
- Accidental Limb Loss
- Severed Limb
- Amputation Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S88111D: Complete traumatic amputation at level between knee and ankle, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fortus perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gilbert Fortus may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fortus' office located?
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
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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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