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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forkosh, Internist in Thousand Oaks, CA?
Dr. Garry Forkosh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Thousand Oaks, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Forkosh is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forkosh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forkosh’s office at (623) 977-7211.
Is Dr. Forkosh board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Garry Forkosh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Forkosh speak?
Dr. Forkosh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Forkosh typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Forkosh 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. Forkosh. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Forkosh typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Garry Forkosh may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Forkosh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Forkosh accept my insurance?
Dr. Forkosh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 977-7211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forkosh accept in Thousand Oaks, CA?
Dr. Forkosh in Thousand Oaks, 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 Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Forkosh's office located?
Dr. Garry Forkosh's Primary Practice
215 W Janss Rd
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(623) 977-7211
What is Dr. Forkosh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forkosh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750519385.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forkosh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forkosh
What is Dr. Garry Forkosh's specialty?
Dr. Forkosh is a Internist near Thousand Oaks, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Garry Forkosh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forkosh is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Henry Mayo Newhall 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Garry Forkosh accepting new patients in Thousand Oaks, CA?
Yes, Dr. Garry Forkosh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Garry Forkosh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forkosh's office at (623) 977-7211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Garry Forkosh?
Please contact Dr. Forkosh's office at (623) 977-7211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Garry Forkosh have?
Dr. Garry Forkosh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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