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Dr. Kathy Forred, MD

Wichita, KS

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forred, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wichita, KS?

    Dr. Kathy Forred, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Forred graduated from University of South Dakota and completed her residency at Via Christi Reg Mc/St Francis, Family Medicine. Dr. Forred is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forred’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forred’s office at (303) 306-7783.

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

    • Residency: Via Christi Reg Mc/St Francis, Family Medicine | KCUMB-COMEC/Via Christi Regional Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks | University of South Dakota

    Is Dr. Forred board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kathy Forred, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Forred speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Forred treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forred 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. Forred. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Other Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Unusual Neurological Symptoms
    • Nerve Problems
    • Brain and Nerve Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Forred perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kathy Forred may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Forred's office.

    Does Dr. Forred accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forred accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 306-7783 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forred accept in Wichita, KS?

    Dr. Forred in Wichita, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Kansas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Forred's office located?

    Dr. Kathy Forred's Primary Practice

    550 N Hillside St

    Wichita, KS 67214

    (303) 306-7783

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    Dr. Kathy Forred's Practice 2

    2648 N Rock Rd

    Derby, KS 67037

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    Dr. Kathy Forred's Practice 3

    2610 N Woodlawn Blvd

    Wichita, KS 67220

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

    Dr. Forred's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376633032.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forred?

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

    What is Dr. Kathy Forred's specialty?

    Dr. Forred is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wichita, KS. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Forred to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathy Forred affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forred is affiliated with Wesley 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

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    Is Kathy Forred accepting new patients in Wichita, KS?

    Yes, Dr. Kathy Forred is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathy Forred offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forred's office at (303) 306-7783 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathy Forred?

    Please contact Dr. Forred's office at (303) 306-7783 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathy Forred have?

    Dr. Kathy Forred is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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