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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forbes, Neurologist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Emily Forbes, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Forbes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forbes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forbes’s office at (720) 848-2080.
What languages does Dr. Forbes speak?
Dr. Forbes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Forbes treat?
As a Neurologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Huntington's Disease
- Huntington Chorea
- HD
- Genetic Brain Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G10: Huntington's disease
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Ataxia
- Tremor
- Movement Disorder
- Loss of Coordination
- Clumsiness
- Balance Disorder
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R270: Ataxia, unspecified
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family History of Epilepsy or Neurological Disease
- Epilepsy
- Family History
- Neurologic Disease
- Genetic risk for epilepsy
- Hereditary nervous system disorders
- Neurological conditions in family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z820: Family history of epilepsy and other diseases of the nervous system
Also known as:
- Dry Mouth
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Xerostomia
- Lack of Saliva
- Saliva Production Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
Which procedures does Dr. Forbes perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Emily Forbes may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Forbes' office.
Does Dr. Forbes accept my insurance?
Dr. Forbes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-2080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forbes accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Forbes in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Denver Health Medical Plan
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Forbes' office located?
What 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 1255759577.
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. Emily Forbes's specialty?
Dr. Forbes is a Neurologist near Aurora, CO.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Forbes to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Emily Forbes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forbes is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado 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
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Is Emily Forbes accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Emily Forbes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emily Forbes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forbes's office at (720) 848-2080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emily Forbes?
Please contact Dr. Forbes's office at (720) 848-2080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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