FORREST LEIGH THOMPSON MD
NPI 1073551859
Internal Medicine - Hematology in Shelby, NC

Active since June 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
201 E GROVER ST, SHELBY, NC 28150(980) 487-2600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 15, 2024, May 4, 2023, Mar 9, 2023 and 60 more (63 updates tracked since 2015).

About Forrest Leigh Thompson Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

FORREST LEIGH THOMPSON MD (NPI 1073551859) is an individual hematology provider in Shelby, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (30246) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073551859
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0000X
Provider Legal NameFORREST LEIGH THOMPSONCredential: MD
Location Address201 E GROVER STShelby, NC 28150-3917
Mailing AddressPo Box 19305Charlotte, NC 28219-9305
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 15, 202463 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1073551859 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · HematologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0000X
License Licensed in NC · 30246
Definition

An internist with additional training who specializes in diseases of the blood, spleen and lymph. This specialist treats conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia and lymphoma.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 30246 (NC)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyTaxonomy 207RX0202X · License 30246 (NC)
201 E GROVER ST, Shelby, NC 28150

Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 11550 Faulk StMonroe, NC 28112-5086 · Phone (980) 442-0430
Location 2945 N 5th StAlbemarle, NC 28001-3417 · Phone (980) 323-7790
Location 3100 Medical Park Dr, Ste 110Concord, NC 28025-2948 · Phone (704) 403-1370
Location 41021 Morehead Medical Dr, Ste ACharlotte, NC 28204-2990 · Phone (980) 442-2000

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Forrest Leigh Thompson Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5698809937
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100823000333
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
261 services90 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
51 services38 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
47 services47 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Atrium Health Cleveland

Acute Care Hospitals · Shelby, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340021
Location201 E Grover StShelby, NC 28150 · Cleveland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Southeastern Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lumberton, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340050
Location300 W 27 St PO Box 1408Lumberton, NC 28359 · Robeson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340113
Location1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Atrium Health Lincoln

Acute Care Hospitals · Lincolnton, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340145
Location433 Mcalister RdLincolnton, NC 28092 · Lincoln County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28150 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$165.09 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $41.27 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Physician Assistant (Medical)
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Registered Nurse (Diabetes Educator)
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Internal Medicine
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Physician Assistant
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
General Acute Care Hospital
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Anesthesiology
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Forrest Thompson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Forrest Thompson is 1073551859. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2006.

Where is Forrest Thompson located?

Forrest Thompson practices at 201 E Grover St, Shelby, NC 28150. The listed phone number is (980) 487-2600.

What is Forrest Thompson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology, with taxonomy code 207RH0000X.

Is Forrest Thompson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Forrest Thompson is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Forrest Thompson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and 2 other insurers list Forrest Thompson as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Forrest Thompson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Forrest Thompson is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland, Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health and Atrium Health Lincoln.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Forrest Thompson was last updated on July 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.