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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brooks, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Forrest Brooks is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Brooks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brooks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brooks’s office at (617) 414-7399.
What languages does Dr. Brooks speak?
Dr. Brooks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Brooks treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks. 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.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Which procedures does Dr. Brooks perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Forrest Brooks may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brooks' office.
Does Dr. Brooks accept my insurance?
Dr. Brooks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-7399 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brooks accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Brooks in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?
Dr. Forrest Brooks' Primary Practice
801 Massachusetts Ave # 2
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-7399
What is Dr. Brooks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922597657.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brooks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brooks
What is Dr. Forrest Brooks's specialty?
Dr. Brooks is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Boston, MA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Brooks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Forrest Brooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brooks is affiliated with Boston Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Forrest Brooks accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Forrest Brooks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Forrest Brooks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brooks's office at (617) 414-7399 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Forrest Brooks?
Please contact Dr. Brooks's office at (617) 414-7399 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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