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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forster, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Jacksonville, FL?
Dr. John Forster, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Forster completed his residency at Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli. Dr. Forster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forster’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forster’s office at (904) 346-0113.
Where did Dr. Forster go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli
Medical School: University of Arkansas College of Medicine
Is Dr. Forster board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Forster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Forster speak?
Dr. Forster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forster typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
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:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forster typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Forster may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Forster's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Forster accept my insurance?
Dr. Forster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 346-0113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forster accept in Jacksonville, FL?
Dr. Forster in Jacksonville, 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
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Forster's office located?
Dr. John Forster's Primary Practice
3625 University Blvd S
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 346-0113
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 1841221488.
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. John Forster's specialty?
Dr. Forster is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Jacksonville, FL.
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 this Dr. John Forster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forster is affiliated with Hca Florida Memorial Hospital, Hca Florida North Florida Hospital, Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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
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Is John Forster accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?
Yes, Dr. John Forster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Forster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forster's office at (904) 346-0113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Forster?
Please contact Dr. Forster's office at (904) 346-0113 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Forster have?
Dr. John Forster is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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