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Dr. Thomas Forks, DO

Jackson, MS

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    Who is Dr. Forks, Family Medicine Specialist in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Thomas Forks, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Forks completed his residency at University Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Forks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forks’s office at (601) 373-7722.

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

    • Residency: University Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo

    Is Dr. Forks board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Forks, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Forks speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Forks treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Forks 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. Forks. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems
    • Oral dysphagia
    • Trouble chewing and swallowing
    • Difficulty moving food in mouth
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
    • R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Moderate Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
    • Moderate Underweight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Urine Microbe Test
    • Urinalysis
    • Urine and Urination
    • Unusual urine microbiology
    • Abnormal urine culture
    • Microbes in urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R8279: Other abnormal findings on microbiological examination of urine

    Also known as:

    • Communication Problems from Brain Issues
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Cognitive-linguistic disorder
    • Trouble speaking after brain injury
    • Difficulty understanding language

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41841: Cognitive communication deficit

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Forks perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Forks may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Forks' office.

    Does Dr. Forks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 373-7722 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forks accept in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Forks in Jackson, MS 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 Mississippi

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Transamerica Life Insurance

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Forks' office located?

    Dr. Thomas Forks' Primary Practice

    7275 S Siwell Rd

    Jackson, MS 39272

    (601) 373-7722

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    Dr. Thomas Forks' Practice 2

    1132 Highway 49 S

    Richland, MS 39218

    (601) 664-1620

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

    Dr. Forks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164499190.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forks?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Forks's specialty?

    Dr. Forks is a Family Medicine Specialist near Jackson, MS. 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. Contact Dr. Forks to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Forks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Forks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Montfort Jones 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Thomas Forks accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Forks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Forks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forks's office at (601) 373-7722 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Forks?

    Please contact Dr. Forks's office at (601) 373-7722 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Forks have?

    Dr. Thomas Forks is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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