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Dr. Akara Forsythe, MD

Bowie, MD

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forsythe, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Bowie, MD?

    Dr. Akara Forsythe, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bowie, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Forsythe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forsythe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forsythe’s office at (301) 755-9500.

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

    • Medical School: U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Forsythe speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Forsythe treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Forsythe 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. Forsythe. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Which procedures does Dr. Forsythe perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Forsythe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forsythe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 755-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forsythe accept in Bowie, MD?

    Dr. Forsythe in Bowie, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Forsythe's office located?

    Dr. Akara Forsythe's Primary Practice

    6911 Laurel Bowie Rd Ste 212

    Bowie, MD 20715

    (301) 755-9500

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    Dr. Akara Forsythe's Practice 2

    6401 N Charles St Rm 4226

    Baltimore, MD 21212

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    Dr. Akara Forsythe's Practice 3

    6430 Rockledge Dr Ste 160

    Bethesda, MD 20817

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

    Dr. Forsythe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770621039.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forsythe?

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

    What is Dr. Akara Forsythe's specialty?

    Dr. Forsythe is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Bowie, MD. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Forsythe to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Akara Forsythe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forsythe is affiliated with MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, UM Capital Region Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist 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 Akara Forsythe accepting new patients in Bowie, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Akara Forsythe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akara Forsythe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forsythe's office at (301) 755-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Akara Forsythe?

    Please contact Dr. Forsythe's office at (301) 755-9500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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