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Dr. Brian Forrester, MD

Occupational Medicine Specialist

Athens, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forrester, Occupational Medicine Specialist in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Brian Forrester, MD is an Occupational Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Forrester completed his residency at Johns Hopkins U-Hyg & P H, Occupational Medicine; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Forrester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forrester’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forrester’s office at (706) 353-6000.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins U-Hyg & P H, Occupational Medicine; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Flexible Or Transitional Year | The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Is Dr. Forrester board certified as an Occupational Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Forrester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Forrester speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Occupational Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forrester typically treat?

    As an Occupational Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Blood Alcohol and Drug Testing
    • Blood Alcohol Level
    • Drug Testing
    • Drug Screening
    • BAC Test
    • Toxicology Screen
    • Substance Use Testing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0283: Encounter for blood-alcohol and blood-drug test

    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:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Insurance Health Examination
    • Health Screening
    • Life Insurance Physical
    • Insurance Medical Exam
    • Health Screening for Insurance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z026: Encounter for examination for insurance purposes

    What procedures does an Occupational Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forrester typically perform?

    As an Occupational Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian 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 (706) 353-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forrester accept in Athens, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Forrester's office located?

    Dr. Brian Forrester's Primary Practice

    485 Highway 29 N

    Athens, GA 30601

    (706) 353-6000

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    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 1386762821.

    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. Brian Forrester's specialty?

    Dr. Forrester is an Occupational Medicine Specialist near Athens, GA.

    What does an Occupational Medicine Specialist do?

    Occupational medicine is dedicated to the health of workers, emphasizing their ability to perform tasks and examining the physical, chemical, biological, and social aspects of the workplace environment. Practitioners in this field focus on promoting workplace health and preventing and managing injuries, illnesses, and disabilities related to occupational and environmental factors.

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

    Yes, Dr. Forrester is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital 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 Occupational Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Occupational Medicine Specialist. 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. Brian Forrester accepting new patients in Athens, GA?

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

    Does Dr. Brian Forrester offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forrester's office at (706) 353-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Forrester's office at (706) 353-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Forrester's office located?

    Dr. Forrester's office is located in Athens, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Forrester have?

    Dr. Brian Forrester is certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine.