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Dr. Imelda De Forest, MD

Oxnard, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. De Forest, Pediatrician in Oxnard, CA?

    Dr. Imelda De Forest, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Oxnard, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. De Forest completed her residency at Kaiser Fndn Hosp Of La, Pediatrics Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics. Dr. De Forest is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De Forest’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De Forest’s office at (805) 384-8071.

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

    • Residency: Kaiser Fndn Hosp Of La, Pediatrics Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. De Forest speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. De Forest treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. De Forest 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. De Forest. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Which procedures does Dr. De Forest perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Imelda De Forest may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. De Forest's office.

    Does Dr. De Forest accept my insurance?

    Dr. De Forest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 384-8071 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. De Forest accept in Oxnard, CA?

    Dr. De Forest in Oxnard, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Gold Coast Health Plan

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. De Forest's office located?

    Dr. Imelda De Forest's Primary Practice

    1700 N Rose Ave Ste 280

    Oxnard, CA 93030

    (805) 384-8071

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    Dr. Imelda De Forest's Practice 2

    2901 N Ventura Rd Ste 100

    Oxnard, CA 93036

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    Dr. Imelda De Forest's Practice 3

    943 W 7th St

    Oxnard, CA 93030

    (805) 384-8071

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Imelda De Forest?

    Dr. De Forest has appointments available at her Oxnard, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. De Forest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801974084.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De Forest?

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

    What is Dr. Imelda De Forest's specialty?

    Dr. De Forest is a Pediatrician near Oxnard, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. De Forest to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Imelda De Forest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. De Forest is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. John's Regional 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 Imelda De Forest accepting new patients in Oxnard, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Imelda De Forest is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Imelda De Forest offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. De Forest, or call (805) 384-8071 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Imelda De Forest?

    Please contact Dr. De Forest's office at (805) 384-8071 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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