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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forman, Surgeon in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Dana Forman, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Forman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forman’s office at (559) 459-5196.
Where did Dr. Forman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Touro Center / College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Forman speak?
Dr. Forman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Forman treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Forman 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. Forman. 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:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Scalp Cut
- Wounds and Injuries
- Scalp laceration
- Deep scalp cut
- Head cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Perforation
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Perforation
- Hole in Intestine
- Ruptured Bowel
ICD-10 Codes:
- K631: Perforation of intestine (nontraumatic)
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple rib fractures
- Rib cage injury
- Severe rib injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Pubic Bone
- Fractures
- Pubic Bone Fracture
- Fractured Pubis
- Pelvic Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32511A: Fracture of superior rim of right pubis, initial encounter for closed fracture
Which procedures does Dr. Forman perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Dana Forman may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Forman's office.
Does Dr. Forman accept my insurance?
Dr. Forman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 459-5196 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forman accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Forman in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Other Provider Networks
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Forman's office located?
What is Dr. Forman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437319399.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forman
What is Dr. Dana Forman's specialty?
Dr. Forman is a Surgeon near Fresno, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Forman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dana Forman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forman is affiliated with Marinhealth Medical Center 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
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Is Dana Forman accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dana Forman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dana Forman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forman's office at (559) 459-5196 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dana Forman?
Please contact Dr. Forman's office at (559) 459-5196 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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