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Dr. Kerry Forrestal, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lima, OH

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. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Forrestal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forrestal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forrestal typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forrestal typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kerry Forrestal may include:

    Please contact Dr. Forrestal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Forrestal's office located?

    Dr. Kerry Forrestal's Primary Practice

    730 W Market St

    Lima, OH 45801

    (419) 227-3361

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    What is Dr. Forrestal's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lima, OH.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Kerry Forrestal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forrestal is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Beebe Healthcare, University Of Maryland Shore Medical Center At Easton, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Riverside Shore Memorial 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Kerry Forrestal?

    Please contact Dr. Forrestal's office at (419) 227-3361 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Forrestal's office located?

    Dr. Forrestal's office is located in Lima, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kerry Forrestal have?

    Dr. Kerry Forrestal is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.