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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forrester, Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Michael Forrester, MD, PHD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Forrester is currently affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Forrester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forrester’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forrester’s office at (617) 724-3874.
What languages does Dr. Forrester speak?
Dr. Forrester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Forrester typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Forrester 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. Forrester. 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Forrester typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Forrester may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Forrester's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Forrester accept my insurance?
Dr. Forrester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 724-3874 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forrester accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Forrester in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Forrester's office located?
What is Dr. Forrester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forrester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013238252.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forrester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forrester
What is Dr. Michael Forrester's specialty?
Dr. Forrester is a Pulmonologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Michael Forrester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forrester is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Atrium Health Lincoln 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
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Is Michael Forrester accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Forrester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Forrester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forrester's office at (617) 724-3874 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Forrester?
Please contact Dr. Forrester's office at (617) 724-3874 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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