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Dr. Jason Forbes, DO
Springfield, MO
14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forbes, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Jason Forbes, DO is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Forbes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forbes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forbes’s office at (417) 885-0868.
Where did Dr. Forbes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Oklahoma State University / College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Forbes speak?
Dr. Forbes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Forbes treat?
As a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
- L89323: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 3
- L89224: Pressure ulcer of left hip, stage 4
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Heel and Midfoot
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Ankle
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97422: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot with fat layer exposed
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
- L97322: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left ankle with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Left Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Skin Condition
- Left calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed left calf wound
- Left calf ulcer stage 2
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97222: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left calf with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Foot Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Ulcers
- Foot Wounds from Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes Foot Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E10621: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Does Dr. Forbes accept my insurance?
Dr. Forbes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 885-0868 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forbes accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Forbes in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Forbes' office located?
Dr. Jason Forbes' Primary Practice
3231 S National Ave # 170
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 885-0868
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 1841357357.
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. Jason Forbes's specialty?
Dr. Forbes is a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near Springfield, MO. Physicians specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, who may come from various specialties such as preventive medicine or emergency medicine, treat conditions like decompression illness, diving accidents, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, radiation and burn tissue damage, and bone infections using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These specialists also consult with other physicians on hyperbaric chamber operations, evaluate risks, and implement preventive measures to safeguard divers and individuals working in altered atmospheric conditions from disease and disability. Contact Dr. Forbes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jason Forbes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forbes is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Jason Forbes accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Jason Forbes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jason Forbes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forbes's office at (417) 885-0868 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jason Forbes?
Please contact Dr. Forbes's office at (417) 885-0868 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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