31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forest, Internist in Denver, CO?
Dr. Donald Forest, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Forest graduated from The Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Forest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forest’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forest’s office at (303) 226-0013.
Where did Dr. Forest go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | Baylor College Of Med | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Tx A & M Univ Coll Of Med- College Station Tx | The Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Forest board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Forest, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Forest speak?
Dr. Forest and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Forest typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Forest 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. Forest. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Forest typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Forest may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Forest's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Forest accept my insurance?
Dr. Forest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 226-0013 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forest accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Forest in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Forest's office located?
Dr. Donald Forest's Primary Practice
3540 S Poplar St Ste 200
Denver, CO 80237
(303) 226-0013
What is Dr. Forest's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588664841.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forest?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forest
What is Dr. Donald Forest's specialty?
Dr. Forest is a Internist near Denver, CO.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Donald Forest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forest is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Donald Forest accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Donald Forest is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Forest offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forest's office at (303) 226-0013 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Forest?
Please contact Dr. Forest's office at (303) 226-0013 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Forest have?
Dr. Donald Forest is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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