Summary

Dr. Richard Forest is an experienced physician specializing in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Emergency Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baystate Medical Center. With 35 years of clinical experience, Dr. Forest brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Forest is affiliated with Charlotte Hungerford Hospital and practices at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, New York. He treats patients with conditions such as drug allergies, nausea and vomiting, and abdominal pain. His clinical expertise includes providing emergency care and performing diagnostic tests like comprehensive metabolic panels and complete blood counts to help evaluate patient health.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 35 years of experience
  • 53 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baystate Medical Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Robert Forest

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Dean Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health First Health Plans
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Hennepin Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty Mutual
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • Priority Health
  • Progressive
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Univera Healthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Robert Forest has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Robert Forest has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Accidents
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Injury
  • Pediatrics
  • Trauma

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Robert Forest holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Baystate Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Tufts University School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Forest's NPI number is 1952344145.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Forest affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Forest is affiliated with Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.
Does Dr. Richard Forest accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Forest has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Richard Forest speak?
Dr. Richard Forest speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Forest?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Forest here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Richard Forest's office located?
Dr. Richard Forest's office is located at 101 Dates Dr, Ithaca, NY, 14850.

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