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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Olson, Hospitalist in Chico, CA?
Dr. Forrest Olson is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chico, CA. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Olson completed his residency at Northridge Hosp Med Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Olson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olson’s office at (530) 899-0134.
Where did Dr. Olson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northridge Hosp Med Ctr, Family Practice
Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi
What languages does Dr. Olson speak?
Dr. Olson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Olson typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Olson 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. Olson. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Olson typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Forrest Olson may include:
Please contact Dr. Olson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Olson accept my insurance?
Dr. Olson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 899-0134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Olson accept in Chico, CA?
Dr. Olson in Chico, 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 Territories
Cigna Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Olson's office located?
What is Dr. Olson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Olson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760434799.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Olson
What is Dr. Forrest Olson's specialty?
Dr. Olson is a Hospitalist near Chico, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Forrest Olson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Olson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Enloe Community Health, Oroville Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Forrest Olson accepting new patients in Chico, CA?
Yes, Dr. Forrest Olson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Forrest Olson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Olson's office at (530) 899-0134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Forrest Olson?
Please contact Dr. Olson's office at (530) 899-0134 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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