BARBRA D FOREST CNP
NPI 1235655622
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Lima, OH

Active since August 17, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
441 E 8TH ST, LIMA, OH 45804(419) 221-3072(419) 225-8878 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 27, 2018, Aug 17, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Barbra D Forest Cnp NPPES

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

BARBRA D FOREST CNP (NPI 1235655622) is an individual family provider in Lima, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (NP.020808) and active in the NPI registry since August 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lima Memorial Health System, and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235655622
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameBARBRA D FORESTCredential: CNP
Location Address441 E 8TH STLima, OH 45804-2482
Mailing Address329 N West StLima, OH 45801-4332 · (419) 221-3072
Fax(419) 225-8878
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateAugust 17, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 2, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 2, 2024
NPI 1235655622 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in OH · NP.020808
441 E 8TH ST, Lima, OH 45804

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Barbra D Gutierrez Cnp

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

Barbra D Forest Cnp 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 ID5395018667
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170907003175
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 4

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.

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
52 services29 patients
Urine microalbumin (protein) level 82043
The urine microalbumin level test measures the amount of a protein called albumin in your urine. This test helps to detect early signs of kidney damage. High levels of albumin may suggest your kidneys aren't functioning properly. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves providing a urine sample.
19 services17 patients
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury 82570
A creatinine level test measures the amount of creatinine in your blood. This substance is a waste product from normal muscle use. Higher levels can indicate possible kidney dysfunction or muscle injury. This test helps monitor kidney health.
18 services17 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Lima Memorial Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Lima, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number360009
Location1001 Bellefontaine AvenueLima, OH 45804 · Allen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lima, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360066
Location730 West Market StreetLima, OH 45801 · Allen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45804 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
$84.72 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers11 claims31 services$4.87 avg. paid by Medicare
Wheelchair accessory, manual swingaway, retractable or removable mounting hardware for joystick, other control interface or positioning accessory E1028
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
2 suppliers21 claims30 services$9.42 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers19 claims19 services$21.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$16.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
441 E 8TH ST
LIMA, OH 45804
Dentist (General Practice)
441 E 8TH ST
LIMA, OH 45804
Counselor (Professional)
441 E 8TH ST
LIMA, OH 45804
Pharmacist
441 E 8TH ST
LIMA, OH 45804
Dentist
441 E 8TH ST
LIMA, OH 45804
Social Worker (Clinical)
441 E 8TH ST
LIMA, OH 45804
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
441 E 8TH ST
LIMA, OH 45804
Social Worker (Clinical)
441 E 8TH ST
LIMA, OH 45804

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 Barbra Forest's NPI number?

The NPI number for Barbra Forest is 1235655622. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 17, 2017. The provider is also known as Barbra D Gutierrez Cnp.

Where is Barbra Forest located?

Barbra Forest practices at 441 E 8th St, Lima, OH 45804. The listed phone number is (419) 221-3072.

What is Barbra Forest's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Barbra Forest enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Barbra Forest 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 Barbra Forest accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and MedMutual and 2 other insurers list Barbra Forest 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 Barbra Forest affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Barbra Forest is affiliated with Lima Memorial Health System and Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Barbra Forest was last updated on February 2, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.