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Dr. Scott Forster, MD

Concord Township, OH

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    Who is Dr. Forster, Internist in Concord Township, OH?

    Dr. Scott Forster, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Concord Township, OH with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Forster graduated from Toss University School of Medicine. Dr. Forster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forster’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forster’s office at (440) 375-8100.

    Where did Dr. Forster go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Toss University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Forster speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Forster treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Forster 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. Forster. 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Lewy Body Dementia
    • Dementia
    • Dementia with Lewy bodies
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly
    • Dementia with Lewy Bodies
    • DLB
    • Lewy Body Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
    • G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Electrolyte Disorder
    • Fluid Balance Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E878: Other disorders of electrolyte and fluid balance, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Which procedures does Dr. Forster perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Scott Forster may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Forster's office.

    Does Dr. Forster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 375-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forster accept in Concord Township, OH?

    Dr. Forster in Concord Township, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Ohio

    • State of Tennessee

    • The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Forster's office located?

    Dr. Scott Forster's Primary Practice

    7590 Auburn Rd

    Concord Township, OH 44077

    (440) 375-8100

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    Dr. Scott Forster's Practice 2

    3700 Kolbe Rd

    Lorain, OH 44053

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

    Dr. Forster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427374990.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forster?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Forster's specialty?

    Dr. Forster is a Internist near Concord Township, OH.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Forster to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Forster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Forster is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Louis Stokes Cleveland Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Uh Geauga 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Scott Forster accepting new patients in Concord Township, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Forster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Forster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forster's office at (440) 375-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Forster?

    Please contact Dr. Forster's office at (440) 375-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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