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Dr. Jason Forbes, DO

Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist

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. Dr. Forbes is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (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 an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forbes typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore
    • Skin Wound
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed

    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

    What procedures does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forbes typically perform?

    As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forbes performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Drainage of Fluid Collection
    • Incision and Drainage
    • Hematoma Drainage
    • Seroma Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 10140: Incision and drainage of hematoma, seroma or fluid collection

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Full Contact Leg Cast Application
    • Total Contact Cast
    • Rigid Leg Cast
    • Custom Leg Cast
    • Lower Leg Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast

    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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Forbes' office located?

    170 Mc Wound Care And Hyperbaric

    3231 S National Ave Ste 170

    Springfield, MO 65807

    (417) 885-0868

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    Dr. Jason Forbes' Practice 2

    448 State Highway 248 Ste 150

    Branson, MO 65616

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    What is Dr. Forbes's NPI number?A 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 an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near Springfield, MO.

    What does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is 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

    When to see an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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' office at (417) 885-0868 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jason Forbes?

    Please contact Dr. Forbes' office at (417) 885-0868 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Forbes' office located?

    Dr. Forbes' offices are located in Springfield, MO and Branson, MO.