MR. CHRISTOPHER P FOREST PA-C
NPI 1285700864
Physician Assistant - Medical in Salinas, CA

Q: What is Christopher Forest's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Forest is 1285700864. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 27, 2006.

Q: What is Christopher Forest's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Medical, with taxonomy code 363AM0700X.

Active since November 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

558 ABBOTT ST STE A, SALINAS, CA 93901(831) 755-7880 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 14, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Mr. Christopher P Forest Pa-c NPPES

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

MR. CHRISTOPHER P FOREST PA-C (NPI 1285700864) is an individual medical provider in Salinas, California, licensed in California (PA11460) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in North Hollywood, and is a graduate of University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285700864

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363AM0700X

Provider Legal NameMR. CHRISTOPHER P FORESTCredential: PA-C

Location Address558 ABBOTT ST STE ASalinas, CA 93901-4326

Mailing Address558 Abbott St Ste ASalinas, CA 93901-4326 · (831) 755-7880

Phone(831) 755-7880

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Southern California Keck School Of MedicineGraduated 1983

Enumeration DateNovember 27, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMay 14, 2024

NPPES CertifiedApril 25, 2024

✔ NPI 1285700864 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · MedicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363AM0700X

License✔ Licensed in CA · PA11460

558 ABBOTT ST STE A, Salinas, CA 93901

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 112134 Victory Blvd, Suite ANorth Hollywood, CA 91606-3205 · Phone (818) 762-8702

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Christopher P Forest Pa-c 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 ID8224173398

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100302000120

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 5

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.

28 services26 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

19 services19 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

16 services16 patients

Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza 87428

This test uses a method called immunoassay to identify severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza. It works by detecting specific proteins (antigens) in a sample, like a nasal swab. It's a powerful tool in diagnosing these viral infections.

15 services15 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

11 services11 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

PHILIP JOSHUA ENRIQUEZ MALIJAN PA-C

Physician Assistant

558 ABBOTT ST STE A
SALINAS, CA 93901

Monterey County (831) 755-7880

MARISSA MANANSALA ARANZASO ARNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

558 ABBOTT ST STE A
SALINAS, CA 93901

Monterey County (831) 755-7880

CHRISTINE KREGG LCSW

Social Worker (Clinical)

558 ABBOTT ST STE A
SALINAS, CA 93901

Monterey County (831) 751-7880

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 Christopher Forest's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Forest is 1285700864. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 27, 2006.

Where is Christopher Forest located?

Christopher Forest practices at 558 Abbott St Ste A, Salinas, CA 93901. The listed phone number is (831) 755-7880.

What is Christopher Forest's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Medical, with taxonomy code 363AM0700X.

Is Christopher Forest enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Forest was last updated on May 14, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years 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.