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Dr. Darlene Forbes, MD

Pediatrician

Perth Amboy, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forbes, Pediatrician in Perth Amboy, NJ?

    Dr. Darlene Forbes, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Perth Amboy, NJ. She is board certified. Dr. Forbes completed her residency at UMDNJ Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Dr. Forbes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forbes’s office at (732) 376-9333.

    Where did Dr. Forbes go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: UMDNJ Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

    Is Dr. Forbes board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Darlene Forbes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Forbes speak?

    Dr. Forbes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Forbes typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Non-Medical Procedure
    • Elective procedure (non-health)
    • Procedure for other purposes
    • Non-therapeutic intervention

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z418: Encounter for other procedures for purposes other than remedying health state

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Forbes typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Forbes performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Forbes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forbes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 376-9333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forbes accept in Perth Amboy, NJ?

    Dr. Forbes in Perth Amboy, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Forbes' office located?

    Dr. Darlene Forbes' Primary Practice

    275 Hobart St

    Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

    (732) 376-9333

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    What is Dr. Forbes's NPI number?A 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 1619909504.

    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. Darlene Forbes's specialty?

    Dr. Forbes is a Pediatrician near Perth Amboy, NJ.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Darlene Forbes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forbes is affiliated with Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Darlene Forbes accepting new patients in Perth Amboy, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Darlene Forbes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Darlene Forbes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forbes' office at (732) 376-9333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Darlene Forbes?

    Please contact Dr. Forbes' office at (732) 376-9333 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Forbes' office located?

    Dr. Forbes' office is located in Perth Amboy, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Darlene Forbes have?

    Dr. Darlene Forbes is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.