30 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Forslund, Family Medicine Specialist in Johnstown, CO?
Dr. Darrel Forslund, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Johnstown, CO. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Forslund completed his residency at St Luke'S Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Forslund is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forslund’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forslund’s office.
Where did Dr. Forslund go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com
Is Dr. Forslund board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Darrel Forslund, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Forslund speak?
Dr. Forslund and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forslund typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forslund 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. Forslund. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forslund typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forslund 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. Forslund. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Small Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Small Mole Removal
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Skin Lump Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11400: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
- Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
- Multiple Skin Tag Removal
- Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Forslund accept my insurance?
Dr. Forslund 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. Forslund accept in Johnstown, CO?
Dr. Forslund in Johnstown, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Colorado
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Forslund's office located?
What is Dr. Forslund's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forslund's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396783726.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forslund?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forslund
What is Dr. Darrel Forslund's specialty?
Dr. Forslund is a Family Medicine Specialist near Johnstown, CO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Darrel Forslund affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Forslund is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Banner North Colorado Medical Center, Banner Physical Therapy And Rehabilitation Center, North Colorado Medical Center, Banner Mckee Medical Center, Banner Fort Collins Medical Center, North Colorado Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Darrel Forslund accepting new patients in Johnstown, CO?
Yes, Dr. Darrel Forslund is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darrel Forslund offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forslund's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darrel Forslund?
Please contact Dr. Forslund's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darrel Forslund have?
Dr. Darrel Forslund is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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222 Johnstown Center Dr
Johnstown, CO 80534