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Dr. John Forney, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

North Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forney, Family Medicine Specialist in North Charleston, SC?

    Dr. John Forney, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Charleston, SC. He is board certified. Dr. Forney completed his residency at Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Forney is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forney’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forney’s office at (843) 471-2273.

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

    • Residency: Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Medical School, Houston

    Is Dr. Forney board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Forney, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Forney speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forney typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forney 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. Forney. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forney typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forney performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Forney. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Forney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 471-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forney accept in North Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Forney in North Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Intermountain Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Forney's office located?

    Dr. John Forney's Primary Practice

    8761 Dorchester Rd Ste 230

    North Charleston, SC 29420

    (843) 471-2273

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

    Dr. Forney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548240559.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forney?

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

    What is Dr. John Forney's specialty?

    Dr. Forney is a Family Medicine Specialist near North Charleston, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. John Forney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forney is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Trident Medical Center, Wellspan Evangelical Community 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

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    Is Dr. John Forney accepting new patients in North Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. John Forney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Forney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forney's office at (843) 471-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Forney?

    Please contact Dr. Forney's office at (843) 471-2273 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Forney's office located?

    Dr. Forney's office is located in North Charleston, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Forney have?

    Dr. John Forney is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.