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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forgas, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Springfield, IL?
Dr. David Forgas, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL. Dr. Forgas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forgas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forgas’s office at (217) 545-8000.
What languages does Dr. Forgas speak?
Dr. Forgas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forgas typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forgas 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. Forgas. 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forgas typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Forgas may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Forgas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Forgas accept my insurance?
Dr. Forgas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 545-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forgas accept in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Forgas in Springfield, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Forgas' office located?
Dr. David Forgas' Primary Practice
901 N 1st St # D252
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 545-8000
What is Dr. Forgas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forgas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740804764.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forgas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forgas
What is Dr. David Forgas's specialty?
Dr. Forgas is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Springfield, IL.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. David Forgas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forgas is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital 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 Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Forgas accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?
Yes, Dr. David Forgas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Forgas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forgas's office at (217) 545-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Forgas?
Please contact Dr. Forgas's office at (217) 545-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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