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Dr. Lisa Forehand, MD

Hamburg, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forehand, Internist in Hamburg, NY?

    Dr. Lisa Forehand, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hamburg, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Forehand graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed her residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Oh State Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Forehand is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forehand’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forehand’s office at (716) 646-1084.

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

    • Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Oh State Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Ohio State University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Forehand board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Lisa Forehand, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Forehand speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Forehand typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Forehand 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. Forehand. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    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

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Forehand typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lisa Forehand may include:

    Please contact Dr. Forehand's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Forehand accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forehand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 646-1084 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forehand accept in Hamburg, NY?

    Dr. Forehand in Hamburg, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Forehand's office located?

    Dr. Lisa Forehand's Primary Practice

    4855 Camp Rd Ste 100

    Hamburg, NY 14075

    (716) 646-1084

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

    Dr. Forehand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538127113.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forehand?

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

    What is Dr. Lisa Forehand's specialty?

    Dr. Forehand is a Internist near Hamburg, NY.

    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. Lisa Forehand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forehand is affiliated with East Alabama Medical Center, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Lisa Forehand accepting new patients in Hamburg, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lisa Forehand is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lisa Forehand offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forehand's office at (716) 646-1084 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lisa Forehand?

    Please contact Dr. Forehand's office at (716) 646-1084 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lisa Forehand have?

    Dr. Lisa Forehand is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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