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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Foerster, Trauma Surgeon in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Katherine Foerster, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Foerster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foerster’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foerster’s office at (417) 820-7250.
What languages does Dr. Foerster speak?
Dr. Foerster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Which conditions does Dr. Foerster treat as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, conditions treated by Dr. Katherine Foerster may include:
Please contact Dr. Foerster's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Which procedures does Dr. Foerster perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Foerster may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Foerster's office.
Does Dr. Foerster accept my insurance?
Dr. Foerster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 820-7250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foerster accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Foerster 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
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Foerster's office located?
Dr. Katherine Foerster's Primary Practice
1965 S Fremont Ave Ste 230
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 820-7250
What is Dr. Foerster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Foerster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679066922.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Foerster?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Foerster
What is Dr. Katherine Foerster's specialty?
Dr. Foerster is a Trauma Surgeon near Springfield, MO. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Foerster to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Katherine Foerster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foerster is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield, Mercy Hospital Lebanon 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 Trauma Surgeon?
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Is Katherine Foerster accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Foerster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Foerster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foerster's office at (417) 820-7250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Foerster?
Please contact Dr. Foerster's office at (417) 820-7250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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