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Who is Dr. Foerster, Trauma Surgeon in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Katherine Foerster, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 1 additional practice location. 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
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Foerster typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, conditions treated by Dr. Katherine Foerster may include:
Please contact Dr. Foerster's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Foerster typically perform?
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
Please contact Dr. Foerster's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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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.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Katherine Foerster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foerster 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
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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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