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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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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. 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. 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. De Forest typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, 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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. De Forest typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Imelda De Forest may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. De Forest's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is this Dr. Imelda De Forest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, De Forest is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dignity Health - St. Johns Regional Medical Center, St Johns Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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