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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forrester, Nephrologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gene Forrester, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Forrester graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Nephrology. Dr. Forrester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forrester’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forrester’s office.
Where did Dr. Forrester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Nephrology | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Forrester board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Gene Forrester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Forrester speak?
Dr. Forrester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Forrester treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Forrester 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. Forrester. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Glomerular Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Chronic Glomerulonephritis
- Long-term Kidney Inflammation
- Chronic Nephritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N032: Chronic nephritic syndrome with diffuse membranous glomerulonephritis
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Abnormal Kidney Function Test
- Kidney Disease
- Irregular Kidney Function Study
- Unusual Kidney Exam
- Kidney Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R944: Abnormal results of kidney function studies
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bartter Syndrome
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Bartter syndrome
- Bartter's Disease
- Renal Tubular Disorder
- Salt-Losing Nephropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- E2681: Bartter's syndrome
Also known as:
- Other Types of Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Various proteinuria
- Different forms of protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R808: Other proteinuria
Also known as:
- Lost kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
- Missing kidney
- Kidney removal
- Nephrectomy (history of)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z905: Acquired absence of kidney
Also known as:
- Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- ADPKD
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Adult PKD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Which procedures does Dr. Forrester perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gene Forrester may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Forrester's office.
Does Dr. Forrester accept my insurance?
Dr. Forrester 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. Forrester accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Forrester in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmeriBen
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Forrester's office located?
What is Dr. Forrester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forrester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558345116.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forrester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forrester
What is Dr. Gene Forrester's specialty?
Dr. Forrester is a Nephrologist near Houston, TX. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Forrester to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gene Forrester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forrester is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands 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 Gene Forrester accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gene Forrester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gene Forrester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forrester's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gene Forrester?
Please contact Dr. Forrester's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gene Forrester have?
Dr. Gene Forrester is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Houston, TX 77090