EDWIN J FORTENBERY MD
NPI 1073596789
Radiology - Nuclear Radiology in Albany, GA

Active since November 28, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
417 W 3RD AVE, ALBANY, GA 31701(706) 653-1088(706) 653-1162 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Edwin J Fortenbery Md NPPES

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

EDWIN J FORTENBERY MD (NPI 1073596789) is an individual nuclear radiology provider in Albany, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (045221) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Emory University School Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073596789
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085N0904X
Provider Legal NameEDWIN J FORTENBERYCredential: MD
Location Address417 W 3RD AVEAlbany, GA 31701-1943
Mailing AddressPo Box 1828Albany, GA 31702-1828 · (706) 653-1088 · Fax (706) 653-1162
Fax(706) 653-1162
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEmory University School Of MedicineGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateNovember 28, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 2025
NPI 1073596789 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 5

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Nuclear RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085N0904X
License Licensed in GA · 045221
Definition
A radiologist who is involved in the analysis and imaging of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances in vitro and in vivo for diagnosis and the administration of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for the treatment of disease.
Also ListedRadiology · NeuroradiologyTaxonomy 2085N0700X · License 045221 (GA)
Also ListedRadiology · Pediatric RadiologyTaxonomy 2085P0229X · License 045221 (GA)
Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0202X · License 045221 (GA)
Also ListedRadiology · Vascular & Interventional RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0204X · License 045221 (GA)
417 W 3RD AVE, Albany, GA 31701

Other Identifiers 1

OtherBCBSGA · 52584721 013

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

Edwin J Fortenbery 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 ID2264329762
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040301000444, I20220502001812
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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
77 services74 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
11 services11 patients
X-ray of abdomen, 2 views 74019
An X-ray of the abdomen, 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to capture pictures of the structures inside your belly. The two views provide different angles, helping doctors see your organs clearly and detect any issues.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albany, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110007
Location417 Third AvenueAlbany, GA 31703 · Dougherty County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
417 W 3RD AVE
ALBANY, GA 31701
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
417 W 3RD AVE
ALBANY, GA 31701
Emergency Medicine
417 W 3RD AVE
ALBANY, GA 31701
Counselor (Professional)
417 W 3RD AVE
ALBANY, GA 31701
Ambulance (Land Transport)
417 W 3RD AVE
ALBANY, GA 31701
Registered Nurse (Neonatal Intensive Care)
417 W 3RD AVE
ALBANY, GA 31701
Emergency Medicine
417 W 3RD AVE
ALBANY, GA 31701
Emergency Medicine
417 W 3RD AVE
ALBANY, GA 31701

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 Edwin Fortenbery's NPI number?

The NPI number for Edwin Fortenbery is 1073596789. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 28, 2005.

Where is Edwin Fortenbery located?

Edwin Fortenbery practices at 417 W 3rd Ave, Albany, GA 31701. The listed phone number is (706) 653-1088.

What is Edwin Fortenbery's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Nuclear Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085N0904X.

Is Edwin Fortenbery enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Edwin Fortenbery 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.

Is Edwin Fortenbery affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Edwin Fortenbery is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Edwin Fortenbery was last updated on September 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.