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Dr. Andrew Forster, MD

Dr. Andrew Forster, MD

South Miami, FL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Forster, Internist in South Miami, FL?

    Dr. Andrew Forster, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in South Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Forster completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine. Dr. Forster is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forster’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forster’s office at (786) 595-8220.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana --

    Is Dr. Forster board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Forster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Forster speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Forster treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Forster 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. Forster. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Palsy
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sciatica (Left Side)
    • Sciatica
    • Left Sciatic Nerve Pain
    • Left Leg Nerve Pain
    • Left Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5432: Sciatica, left side

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Forster perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Forster may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Forster's office.

    Does Dr. Forster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 595-8220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forster accept in South Miami, FL?

    Dr. Forster in South Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Forster's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Forster's Primary Practice

    6200 SW 72nd St Ste 602

    South Miami, FL 33143

    (786) 595-8220

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    Dr. Andrew Forster's Practice 2

    709 Alton Rd Ste 440

    Miami Beach, FL 33139

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    Dr. Andrew Forster's Practice 3

    6200 Sunset Dr Ste 604

    South Miami, FL 33143

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    What is Dr. Forster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Forster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437185691.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forster?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forster

    What is Dr. Andrew Forster's specialty?

    Dr. Forster is a Internist near South Miami, FL.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Forster to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Andrew Forster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Forster is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jackson Memorial Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Andrew Forster accepting new patients in South Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Forster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Forster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forster's office at (786) 595-8220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Andrew Forster?

    Please contact Dr. Forster's office at (786) 595-8220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Forster have?

    Dr. Andrew Forster is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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