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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forrester, Surgeon in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Joseph Forrester, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Forrester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forrester’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forrester’s office.
What languages does Dr. Forrester speak?
Dr. Forrester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Forrester treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Forrester 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. Forrester. 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:
- Ventral Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Incisional Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple rib fractures
- Rib cage injury
- Severe rib injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XD: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S2241XD: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Intestinal Fistula
- Colonic Disease
- Fistulas
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel fistula
- Enteric fistula
- Abdominal fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K632: Fistula of intestine
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Forrester perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Forrester 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. Forrester's office.
Does Dr. Forrester accept my insurance?
Dr. Forrester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forrester accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Forrester in Stanford, CA 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 Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Forrester's office located?
What is Dr. Forrester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forrester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417247552.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forrester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forrester
What is Dr. Joseph Forrester's specialty?
Dr. Forrester is a Surgeon near Stanford, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Forrester to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Forrester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forrester is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Joseph Forrester accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Forrester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Forrester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forrester's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Forrester?
Please contact Dr. Forrester's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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