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Dr. Cynthia Forker, MD
Portland, ME
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forker, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Cynthia Forker, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Forker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forker’s office at (207) 482-7800.
What languages does Dr. Forker speak?
Dr. Forker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Forker treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Forker 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. Forker. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Lymphocytosis
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Cyclic Neutropenia
- Blood Disorder
- Cyclic neutropenia
- High lymphocyte count
- Elevated lymphocytes
- Lymphocyte increase
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- Periodic low neutrophil count
- Cyclical white blood cell deficiency
- Recurrent neutropenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72820: Lymphocytosis (symptomatic)
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D704: Cyclic neutropenia
Also known as:
- Blood and Bone Marrow Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Hematologic Conditions
- Diseases of Blood-Forming Organs
ICD-10 Codes:
- D7589: Other specified diseases of blood and blood-forming organs
- D759: Disease of blood and blood-forming organs, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
- Gastric Condition
- Duodenal Condition
- Digestive System Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
- K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Cells in Spinal Fluid
- Irregular CSF cytology
- Cells in CSF
ICD-10 Codes:
- R836: Abnormal cytological findings in cerebrospinal fluid
Which procedures does Dr. Forker perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Cynthia Forker may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Forker's office.
Does Dr. Forker accept my insurance?
Dr. Forker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 482-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forker accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Forker in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Maine
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Forker's office located?
What is Dr. Forker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285924795.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forker
What is Dr. Cynthia Forker's specialty?
Dr. Forker is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Portland, ME. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Forker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cynthia Forker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forker is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Biddeford, Lincolnhealth - Miles Campus Hospital 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
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Is Cynthia Forker accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Cynthia Forker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cynthia Forker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forker's office at (207) 482-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cynthia Forker?
Please contact Dr. Forker's office at (207) 482-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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