DR. KENTON E FORTE M.D.
NPI 1326023953
General Practice in Buffalo, NY

Q: What is Kenton Forte's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenton Forte is 1326023953. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 6, 2005.

Q: What is Kenton Forte's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is General Practice with taxonomy code 208D00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kenton Forte was last updated on March 2, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.

Active since December 06, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

964 DELAWARE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14209(716) 886-4202(716) 884-9168 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 2, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

On this page

About Dr. Kenton E Forte M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KENTON E FORTE M.D. (NPI 1326023953) is an individual general practice provider in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (165665) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kaleida Health, and is a graduate of State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326023953

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208D00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. KENTON E FORTECredential: M.D.

Location Address964 DELAWARE AVEBuffalo, NY 14209-1806

Mailing Address964 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14209-1806 · (716) 886-4202 · Fax (716) 884-9168

Phone(716) 886-4202

Fax(716) 884-9168

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Buffalo School Of MedicineGraduated 1984

Enumeration DateDecember 6, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 2, 2014

✔ NPI 1326023953 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyGeneral PracticeAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208D00000X

License✔ Licensed in NY · 165665

Definition

A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions. Source: National Uniform Claim Committee

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 1656651 (NY)

964 DELAWARE AVE, Buffalo, NY 14209

Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid01183146NY

Medicare UPINE67697NY

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

Dr. Kenton E Forte M.d. 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 ID1153352703

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050824000290

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 9

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.

291 services101 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.

102 services55 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

99 services84 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

91 services89 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

40 services40 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.

30 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Kaleida Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330005

Location100 High StreetBuffalo, NY 14210 · Erie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sisters Of Charity Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330078

Location2157 Main StreetBuffalo, NY 14214 · Erie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

42%100 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%

Diabetes: Eye Exam

Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period

36%42 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Medication Reconciliation Post-Discharge

The percentage of discharges from any inpatient facility (e.g. hospital, skilled nursing facility, or rehabilitation facility) for patients 18 years and older of age seen within 30 days following discharge in the office by the physician, prescribing…

76%21 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

HEART BEAT CENTER OF WNY

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

964 DELAWARE AVE
BUFFALO, NY 14209

Erie County (716) 886-4202

MARY LOU DECKER PA

Physician Assistant (Medical)

964 DELAWARE AVE
BUFFALO, NY 14209

Erie County (716) 863-0196

NUCLEAR DIAGNOSTICS INC.

Radiologic Technologist (Nuclear Medicine Technology)

964 DELAWARE AVE
BUFFALO, NY 14209

Erie County (716) 881-2052

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 Kenton Forte's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenton Forte is 1326023953. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 6, 2005.

Where is Kenton Forte located?

Kenton Forte practices at 964 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209. The listed phone number is (716) 886-4202.

What is Kenton Forte's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is General Practice with taxonomy code 208D00000X.

Is Kenton Forte enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenton Forte 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 Kenton Forte affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kenton Forte is affiliated with Kaleida Health and Sisters Of Charity Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kenton Forte was last updated on March 2, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.