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Dr. Deborah Forst, MD

Neurologist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forst, Neurologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Deborah Forst, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Forst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forst’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forst’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Forst speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Forst typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Forst 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. Forst. 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:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Forst typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Forst may include:

    Please contact Dr. Forst's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Forst accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forst accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Forst in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

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    Where is Dr. Forst's office located?

    Yawkey 9e

    55 Fruit St

    Boston, MA 02114

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    Dr. Deborah Forst's Practice 2

    2014 Washington St

    Newton, MA 02462

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    Dr. Deborah Forst's Practice 3

    40 Second Ave

    Waltham, MA 02451

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

    Dr. Forst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770800146.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forst?

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

    What is Dr. Deborah Forst's specialty?

    Dr. Forst is a Neurologist near Boston, MA.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Is Dr. Deborah Forst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forst is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Emerson Health, South County Hospital Campus, Pen Bay Medical Center, Brigham And Women's Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. 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 Dr. Deborah Forst accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Deborah Forst is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Deborah Forst offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Deborah Forst?

    Please contact Dr. Forst's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Forst's office located?

    Dr. Forst's offices are located in Boston, MA, Newton, MA, and Waltham, MA.