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About Dr. Michael Forte
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Dr. Michael Forte is a pulmonologist with over 11 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Barberton, OH area. He completed his medical training at Northeastern Ohio University College Of Medicine and has been in practice since 2015. He currently practices at Summa Physicians Llc.
Dr. Michael Forte's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with asthma and breathing difficulties, inflammation, autoimmune conditions, and allergic reactions, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). In addition to pulmonary disease, he also specializes in internal medicine.
Dr. Michael Forte is in-network with 5 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, Medicare, and 2 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with his office before scheduling an appointment.
Additional specialties: Internal Medicine
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11 locations
Summa Physicians Llc
Primary155 5th St Ne
Barberton, OH 44203
Summa Physicians Llc
1835 Franks Pkwy
Green, OH 44685
(330) 319-9700
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Summa Physicians Llc
195 Wadsworth Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 374-1255
Summa Physicians Llc
3780 Medina Rd
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 375-6590
Summa Physicians Llc
500 Portage Lakes Dr
Coventry Township, OH 44319
(234) 571-9933
Summa Physicians Llc
525 E Market St
Akron, OH 44304
Summa Physicians Llc
75 Arch St
Akron, OH 44304
Summa Physicians Llc
91 5th St Se
Barberton, OH 44203
(330) 753-1383
Summa Physicians Llc
95 Arch St
Akron, OH 44304
(330) 375-3039
Summa Physicians Llc
95 Arch St
Akron, OH 44304
(330) 375-6590
Summa Physicians Llc
95 Arch St
Akron, OH 44304
(330) 434-4145
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Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Michael Forte
Services & Procedures
Dr. Michael Forte's clinical practice encompasses office visits, hospital care, endoscopy, and 1 other areas of care.
Office Visits
137 servicesDr. Michael Forte provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including follow-up visit and new patient visit and phone consultation. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 65% below the billed amount.
Hospital Care
228 servicesDr. Michael Forte manages inpatient hospital care including admissions, daily rounds, critical care, and discharge coordination, including daily hospital rounds and critical care and hospital admission. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 71% below the billed amount.
Endoscopy
16 servicesDr. Michael Forte performs endoscopic procedures for diagnosis and treatment, with irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope being a key part of his practice. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 93% below the billed amount.
Pulmonary
144 servicesDr. Michael Forte evaluates and manages pulmonary and respiratory conditions, including gas exchange test and lung volume test and pulmonary function test. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 69% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Dr. Michael Forte's treatment approach includes prescribing Albuterol Sulfate (Albuterol Sulfate Hfa), Fluticasone/umeclidin/vilanter (Trelegy Ellipta), Prednisone for his patients. These medications are commonly used for treating asthma and breathing difficulties, inflammation, autoimmune conditions, and allergic reactions, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). He prescribing profile reflects experience across a wide range of treatments, addressing multiple aspects of patient care within his specialty. Dr. Michael Forte has treated a significant number of Medicare patients, demonstrating an established practice in this area.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Michael Forte accepts 25 plans from 5 insurers, including Cigna, Aetna, Medicare.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Financial Transparency
Industry payment disclosures
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies disclosed $3.7K in payments to Dr. Michael Forte in 2024, primarily from Pulmonx Corporation for travel and lodging. These disclosures are required by federal law under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act.
Top Paying Companies
Source: CMS Open Payments, 2024.
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About Pulmonary Disease
Specialty overview and common conditions
A pulmonologist is a physician who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases of the lungs and respiratory system. These medical experts have extensive training in managing conditions ranging from asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to lung cancer, pulmonary fib...
Common conditions treated by pulmonary disease specialists:
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Asthma
- Lung Cancer
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michael Forte
Does Dr. Forte accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Forte accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Forte and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Forte accept?
Dr. Forte is in-network with 5 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, Medicare, UMR, UnitedHealthcare. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Forte's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Forte offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Yes, Dr. Forte offers telehealth services, allowing patients to have virtual consultations from the comfort of their home. Contact the office to schedule a telehealth appointment.
What conditions does Dr. Forte treat?
As a pulmonary disease specialist, Dr. Forte commonly treats conditions including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd), asthma, lung cancer, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Forte commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Forte commonly prescribes medications including Albuterol Sulfate, Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter, Prednisone. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Forte during their consultation.
Where did Dr. Forte go to medical school?
Dr. Forte completed medical training at Northeastern Ohio University College Of Medicine and has been practicing since 2015, bringing over 11 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Forte's office located?
Dr. Forte practices at 155 5TH ST NE, Barberton, OH 44203 at SUMMA PHYSICIANS LLC. Contact the office for appointment scheduling.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Forte?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Forte, contact the office directly. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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