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NICHOLAS MCLAURY FORT M.D.
NPI 1437577236
Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery in South Miami, FL

Active since March 31, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.31/100
CMS Quality Rating
6262 SUNSET DR STE 301, SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143(305) 209-5522(305) 443-9767 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 23, 2020, Sep 2, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Nicholas Mclaury Fort M.d. NPPES

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

NICHOLAS MCLAURY FORT M.D. (NPI 1437577236) is an individual hand surgery provider in South Miami, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME142062) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437577236
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0106X
Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS MCLAURY FORTCredential: M.D.
Location Address6262 SUNSET DR STE 301South Miami, FL 33143-4843
Mailing Address6262 Sunset Dr Ste 301South Miami, FL 33143-4843 · (305) 209-5522 · Fax (305) 443-9767
Phone(305) 209-5522
Fax(305) 443-9767
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 15, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 15, 2024
✔ NPI 1437577236 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Hand SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0106X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME142062
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License ME142062 (FL)
6262 SUNSET DR STE 301, South Miami, FL 33143
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and more.Insurance ›

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

Nicholas Mclaury Fort 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 ID2466795851
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201006002178
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 10

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.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
188 services35 patients
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views 73130
An X-ray of the hand, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones in your hand from different angles. This helps in diagnosing fractures, infections, arthritis, or other abnormalities. It's quick and painless.
48 services34 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.
48 services48 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.
33 services24 patients
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views 73110
An X-ray of the wrist, minimum of 3 views, is a diagnostic procedure that uses radiation to create images of your wrist from different angles. This helps detect fractures, infections, or other abnormalities for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
29 services16 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.
25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Baptist Hospital Of Miami

Acute Care Hospitals · Miami, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100008
Location8900 N Kendall DrMiami, FL 33176 · Miami-Dade County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Jackson Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Miami, FL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100022
Location1611 NW 12th AveMiami, FL 33136 · Miami-Dade County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

South Miami Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · South Miami, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100154
Location6200 SW 73rd StSouth Miami, FL 33143 · Miami-Dade County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Steward Palmetto General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hialeah, FL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100187
Location2001 W 68th StHialeah, FL 33016 · Miami-Dade County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33143 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
$96.13 typical visit price
range $60.92 – $187.05
Typical copayment $24.03 (range $15.23 – $46.76)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$75.86 typical visit price
range $18.99 – $150.24
Typical copayment $18.96 (range $4.74 – $37.56)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

81.31/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality78.45
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.59

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Wrist hand orthosis, wrist extension control cock-up, non molded, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3908
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$44.50 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 2

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

ORTHO FLORIDA, LLC
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
6262 SUNSET DR STE 301
SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143
Miami-Dade County (305) 209-5522
NICHOLAS FORT, M.D., P.A.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
6262 SUNSET DR STE 301
SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143
Miami-Dade County (305) 209-5522

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 Nicholas Fort's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Fort is 1437577236. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2014.

Where is Nicholas Fort located?

Nicholas Fort practices at 6262 Sunset Dr Ste 301, South Miami, FL 33143. The listed phone number is (305) 209-5522.

What is Nicholas Fort's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Hand Surgery, with taxonomy code 207XS0106X.

Is Nicholas Fort enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Fort 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 Nicholas Fort accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and 2 other insurers list Nicholas Fort 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 Nicholas Fort affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Fort is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Jackson Health System, South Miami Hospital and Steward Palmetto General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Fort was last updated on October 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 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.