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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Forrester, Otolaryngologist in Murrieta, CA?
Dr. Michael Forrester, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Murrieta, CA. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Forrester completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Forrester is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forrester’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forrester’s office at (951) 698-8222.
Where did Dr. Forrester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca
Is Dr. Forrester board certified in Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Forrester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Forrester speak?
Dr. Forrester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Forrester treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Mixed Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Nerve hearing loss
- Inner ear hearing loss
- Permanent hearing loss
- Combined Hearing Loss
- Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
- Mixed Type Hearing Loss
- Conductive and nerve hearing loss
- Combined hearing loss
- Mixed type hearing impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss
- H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H908: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Outer Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Chronic External Otitis', 'Long-term Outer Ear Infection', 'Persistent Swimmer's Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6063: Unspecified chronic otitis externa, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Unusual Ear Sounds
- Distorted Hearing
- Auditory Hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral
- H93291: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, right ear
- H93292: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, left ear
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Vertigo
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Inner Ear Vertigo
- Vestibular Vertigo
- Ear-Related Dizziness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H81393: Other peripheral vertigo, bilateral
Also known as:
- Foreign Body in Right Ear
- Foreign Body in Left Ear
- Foreign Bodies
- Something in right ear
- Right ear foreign object
- Ear foreign body
- Something in left ear
- Left ear foreign object
ICD-10 Codes:
- T161XXA: Foreign body in right ear, initial encounter
- T162XXA: Foreign body in left ear, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Ear Pain in Both Ears
- Right Ear Pain
- Left Ear Pain
- Ear Disorder
- Pain
- Bilateral Earache
- Otalgia Both Sides
- Pain in Both Ears
- Right Earache
- Otalgia Right Side
- Left Earache
- Otalgia Left Side
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9203: Otalgia, bilateral
- H9201: Otalgia, right ear
- H9202: Otalgia, left ear
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Localized Skin Infection
- Specific Skin Infection
- Uncommon Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0889: Other specified local infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tinnitus
- Ringing in Ears
- Ear Noise
- Head Noise
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9312: Tinnitus, left ear
Which procedures does Dr. Forrester perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Forrester may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Forrester's office.
Does Dr. Forrester accept my insurance?
Dr. Forrester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 698-8222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forrester accept in Murrieta, CA?
Dr. Forrester in Murrieta, 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)
Heritage Health
Medicare
OptumRx
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Forrester's office located?
Dr. Michael Forrester's Primary Practice
25150 Hancock Ave Ste 204
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 698-8222
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 1881761310.
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 Otolaryngologist near Murrieta, CA. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Forrester to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Forrester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Forrester is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Otolaryngologist?
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Is Michael Forrester accepting new patients in Murrieta, CA?
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 (951) 698-8222 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 (951) 698-8222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Forrester have?
Dr. Michael Forrester is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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