29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forsyth, Family Medicine Specialist in Chesaning, MI?
Dr. Douglas Forsyth, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chesaning, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Forsyth graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Saginaw Co-Op Hosps Inc, Family Medicine. Dr. Forsyth is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forsyth’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forsyth’s office at (989) 845-1800.
Where did Dr. Forsyth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Saginaw Co-Op Hosps Inc, Family Medicine | Group Health Cooperative Program
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Forsyth board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Forsyth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Forsyth speak?
Dr. Forsyth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forsyth typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forsyth 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. Forsyth. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Forsyth typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forsyth 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. Forsyth. 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 Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
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:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Does Dr. Forsyth accept my insurance?
Dr. Forsyth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (989) 845-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forsyth accept in Chesaning, MI?
Dr. Forsyth in Chesaning, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
Henry Ford Health System
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Forsyth's office located?
What is Dr. Forsyth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forsyth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467440172.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forsyth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forsyth
What is Dr. Douglas Forsyth's specialty?
Dr. Forsyth is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chesaning, MI.
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. Douglas Forsyth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forsyth is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw, Mymichigan Medical Center West Branch, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Mymichigan Medical Center Midland, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University 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
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Is Douglas Forsyth accepting new patients in Chesaning, MI?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Forsyth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Forsyth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forsyth's office at (989) 845-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Forsyth?
Please contact Dr. Forsyth's office at (989) 845-1800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Forsyth have?
Dr. Douglas Forsyth is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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