Summary

Dr. Peter Fort is a pulmonologist who graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. With 35 years of experience treating patients with lung and breathing conditions, he has built extensive expertise in respiratory care. Dr. Fort is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Fort practices at multiple locations in Blairsville and Hiawassee, Georgia, and is affiliated with Portneuf Medical Center. He specializes in treating COPD, chronic lung disease, and COPD with other health conditions. His practice offers pulmonary function testing to evaluate how well lungs are working and bronchodilator reversibility testing to determine the best breathing medications. Patients consistently rate Dr. Fort highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 55 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Peter Lawrence Fort has 4 locations

Union General Pulmonology Associates

123 Weaver Rd Ste ABlairsville, GA 30512
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Chatuge Regional Hospital Inc

110 S Main StHiawassee, GA 30546

Union General Hospital Inc

35 Hospital RdBlairsville, GA 30512

Dr. Peter Lawrence Fort

123 Weaver RdBlairsville, GA 30512

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PulmonologyPulmonologyNurse PractitionerPulmonology
4.2 
35 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Blairsville , GASautee Nacoochee , GABlairsville , GABlue Ridge , GA
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Lawrence Fort

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Empire Plan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Hometown Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • PacificSource Health Plans - Medicare
  • Peach State Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Peach State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho
  • SelectHealth
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter Lawrence Fort has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter Lawrence Fort has the following area of expertise

  • Pulmonary Disease

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Peter Lawrence Fort holds an active medical license in the state of Georgia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Fort's NPI number is 1932191319.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Peter Fort affiliated with?
Dr. Peter Fort is affiliated with Portneuf Medical Center.
Is Dr. Peter Fort accepting new patients?
Dr. Peter Fort has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Peter Fort's office located?
Dr. Peter Fort's office is located at 123 Weaver Rd Ste A, Blairsville, GA, 30512.
Does Dr. Peter Fort accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Peter Fort has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Peter Fort speak?
Dr. Peter Fort speaks English and Spanish.

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