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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forner, Otolaryngologist in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. David Forner, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Forner is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forner’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forner’s office at (734) 936-4000.
What languages does Dr. Forner speak?
Dr. Forner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Forner typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Forner 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. Forner. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
- Pharyngeal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
- C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Other Salivary Gland Problems
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
- Salivary Gland Issues
- Saliva Gland Ailments
- Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K118: Other diseases of salivary glands
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Mouth Malignancy
- Oral Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified
Also known as:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Forner typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Forner 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. Forner. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Lung Airway Exam Through Tracheostomy
- Tracheostomy Bronchoscopy
- Airway Scope Through Trachea
- Bronchoscopy via Tracheostomy
- Lung Airway Inspection
CPT Codes:
- 31615: Tracheobronchoscopy Through Established Tracheostomy Incision
Also known as:
- Larynx Biopsy with Microscope
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Direct laryngoscopy with biopsy
- Voice box biopsy
- Throat biopsy with scope
- Micro-laryngoscopy biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31536: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Voice Prosthetic Fitting
- Speech Prosthesis Evaluation
- Voice Device Assessment
- Artificial Voice Fitting
CPT Codes:
- 92597: Evaluation for use and/or fitting of voice prosthetic device to supplement oral speech
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
Also known as:
- Temporal Artery Biopsy or Ligation
- Head Artery Biopsy
- Giant Cell Arteritis Biopsy
- Temporal Artery Tie-Off
CPT Codes:
- 37609: Ligation or biopsy, temporal artery
Does Dr. Forner accept my insurance?
Dr. Forner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 936-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forner accept in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Forner in Ann Arbor, MI 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 Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Forner's office located?
Dr. David Forner's Primary Practice
1500 E Medical Center Dr
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
(734) 936-4000
What is Dr. Forner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447936554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forner
What is Dr. David Forner's specialty?
Dr. Forner is a Otolaryngologist near Ann Arbor, MI.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.
Is this Dr. David Forner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forner is affiliated with University Of Michigan Health - West, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph 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 David Forner accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?
No, Dr. David Forner is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Forner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forner's office at (734) 936-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Forner?
Please contact Dr. Forner's office at (734) 936-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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