21 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Forbes, Family Medicine Specialist in Carrboro, NC?
Dr. Karolyn Forbes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carrboro, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Forbes graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL. Dr. Forbes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forbes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forbes’s office at (919) 942-8741.
Where did Dr. Forbes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc | Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Forbes board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karolyn Forbes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forbes typically treat?
As a Family 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 here.
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forbes typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karolyn Forbes may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (919) 942-8741 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forbes accept in Carrboro, NC?
Dr. Forbes in Carrboro, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Forbes' office located?
Ratings & Reviews
4.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Patients give Dr. Karolyn Forbes a Great overall experience rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Dr. Forbes has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Forbes, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat 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 1144377623.
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. Karolyn Forbes's specialty?
Dr. Forbes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Carrboro, NC.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Karolyn Forbes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Forbes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unc Hospitals - Chapel Hill. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Karolyn Forbes accepting new patients in Carrboro, NC?
Yes, Dr. Karolyn Forbes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karolyn Forbes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forbes's office at (919) 942-8741 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karolyn Forbes?
Please contact Dr. Forbes's office at (919) 942-8741 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karolyn Forbes have?
Dr. Karolyn Forbes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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