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Dr. Peter Forman, MD

Delmar, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forman, Family Medicine Specialist in Delmar, NY?

    Dr. Peter Forman, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Delmar, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Forman completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Forman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forman’s office.

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

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica

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

    Yes, Dr. Peter Forman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Forman speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    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:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • History of Falls
    • Falls
    • Previous falls
    • Recurrent falls
    • Risk of falling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9181: History of falling

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

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

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Skin Conditions
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Does Dr. Forman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forman accept in Delmar, NY?

    Dr. Forman in Delmar, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Gulf Health Plans

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Forman's office located?

    Dr. Peter Forman's Primary Practice

    785 Delaware Ave

    Delmar, NY 12054

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

    Dr. Forman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003905480.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forman?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Forman's specialty?

    Dr. Forman is a Family Medicine Specialist near Delmar, NY.

    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 this Dr. Peter Forman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forman is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, Albany Med South Clinical Campus 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Peter Forman accepting new patients in Delmar, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Forman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Forman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Forman?

    Please contact Dr. Forman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Forman have?

    Dr. Peter Forman is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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