Dr. Dana Forman, DO

Fresno, CA

Accepting patients

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. Dr. Forman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Forman typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
Subdural Hematoma
Head Injury
Brain Bleed
TBI
Head Bleed
Brain 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

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

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Forman typically perform?

As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Dana Forman may include:

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

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 Healthcare
All Other Commercial
All Other Territories
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Forman's office located?

Dr. Dana Forman's Primary Practice

2823 Fresno St

Fresno, CA 93721

(559) 459-5196

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What hospitals are Dr. Forman affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Forman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Marinhealth Medical Center,Greenbrae, CA

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Mastectomy

Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center,San Rafael, CA

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked Colon Surgery

University Of Michigan Health - University Hospital,Ann Arbor, MI

What is Dr. Forman's NPI number?A 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.

What does a Surgeon do?

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.

Is Dr. Dana Forman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Forman is affiliated with Marinhealth Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical 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

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