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Who is Dr. Forbes, Critical Care Internist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Damon Forbes, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Forbes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forbes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forbes’s office at (910) 907-6069.
What languages does Dr. Forbes speak?
Dr. Forbes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Forbes typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Forbes 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. Forbes. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Forbes typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Damon Forbes may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Forbes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Forbes accept my insurance?
Dr. Forbes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 907-6069 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forbes accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Forbes in Asheville, NC 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Forbes' office located?
Dr. Damon Forbes' Primary Practice
30 Choctaw St Ste A
Asheville, NC 28801
(910) 907-6069
What is Dr. Forbes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forbes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932335452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forbes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forbes
What is Dr. Damon Forbes's specialty?
Dr. Forbes is a Critical Care Internist near Asheville, NC.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Damon Forbes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forbes is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Harris Regional Hospital 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Damon Forbes accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Damon Forbes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Damon Forbes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forbes's office at (910) 907-6069 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Damon Forbes?
Please contact Dr. Forbes's office at (910) 907-6069 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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