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Dr. Dara Forrester, MD

Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)

Bronx, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forrester, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Dara Forrester, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Forrester is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forrester’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forrester’s office at (718) 239-8383.

    Is Dr. Forrester board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

    Yes, Dr. Dara Forrester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    What languages does Dr. Forrester speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Forrester typically treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Forrester 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. Forrester. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
    • Unspecified Childbirth Complication
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
    • Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
    • Fetal distress due to heart rate
    • Labor and delivery problem
    • Unspecified birth complication
    • Difficult delivery issue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
    • O759: Complication of labor and delivery, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Normal Pregnancy Supervision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • False Labor
    • Childbirth
    • Braxton Hicks Contractions
    • Practice Contractions
    • Prodromal Labor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O479: False labor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Forrester typically perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), procedures performed by Dr. Dara Forrester may include:

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

    Does Dr. Forrester accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forrester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 239-8383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forrester accept in Bronx, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)

    • Medicaid

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Forrester's office located?

    Fl 14

    1650 Grand Concourse

    Bronx, NY 10457

    (718) 239-8383

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    What hospitals are Dr. Forrester affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Forrester has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Forrester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851563662.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forrester?

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

    What is Dr. Dara Forrester's specialty?

    Dr. Forrester is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Bronx, NY.

    What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?

    An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.

    Is Dr. Dara Forrester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forrester is affiliated with Bronxcare Health System which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN). 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 Dr. Dara Forrester accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Dara Forrester is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dara Forrester offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forrester's office at (718) 239-8383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dara Forrester?

    Please contact Dr. Forrester's office at (718) 239-8383 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Forrester's office located?

    Dr. Forrester's office is located in Bronx, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dara Forrester have?

    Dr. Dara Forrester is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.