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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forrestal, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lima, OH?
Dr. Kerry Forrestal, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lima, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Forrestal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forrestal’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. Forrestal’s office at (419) 227-3361.
Where did Dr. Forrestal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York / Health Science Center At Stony Brook
Is Dr. Forrestal board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kerry Forrestal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Forrestal speak?
Dr. Forrestal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Forrestal treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forrestal 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. Forrestal. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Forrestal perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kerry Forrestal may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Forrestal's office.
Does Dr. Forrestal accept my insurance?
Dr. Forrestal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 227-3361 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forrestal accept in Lima, OH?
Dr. Forrestal in Lima, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Johns Hopkins
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Forrestal's office located?
What is Dr. Forrestal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forrestal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215981220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forrestal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forrestal
What is Dr. Kerry Forrestal's specialty?
Dr. Forrestal is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lima, OH. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Forrestal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kerry Forrestal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forrestal is affiliated with TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, Beebe Healthcare, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, TidalHealth Nanticoke 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Kerry Forrestal accepting new patients in Lima, OH?
Yes, Dr. Kerry Forrestal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kerry Forrestal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forrestal's office at (419) 227-3361 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kerry Forrestal?
Please contact Dr. Forrestal's office at (419) 227-3361 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kerry Forrestal have?
Dr. Kerry Forrestal is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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