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DR. JAMES FOREST-LAM M.D.
NPI 1730116583
Internal Medicine in Hampton, VA

Active since June 27, 2006PECOS Enrolled
VA MEDICAL CENTER, 100 EMANCIPATION DR, HAMPTON, VA 23667(757) 722-9961(757) 728-3187 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 25, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. James Forest-lam M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES FOREST-LAM M.D. (NPI 1730116583) is an individual internal medicine provider in Hampton, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101235176) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730116583
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES FOREST-LAMCredential: M.D.
Location AddressVA MEDICAL CENTER, 100 EMANCIPATION DRHampton, VA 23667-0001
Mailing AddressVa Medical Center, 100 Emancipation DriveHampton, VA 23667-0001 · (757) 722-9961 · Fax (757) 728-3187
Phone(757) 722-9961
Fax(757) 728-3187
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 25, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 25, 2022
✔ NPI 1730116583 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in VA · 0101235176
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License 0101235176 (VA)
VA MEDICAL CENTER, Hampton, VA 23667
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. James Forest-lam M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show James Forest-lam reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Emergency Medicine Associates P.A., P.C.
135 mi
Internal Medicine
501 SUNSET LN
Culpeper, VA 22701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 1,294 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881559102 (540) 829-4100
Universal Health Corporation
200 mi
Internal Medicine
130 CHURCH AVE SW
Roanoke, VA 24011
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 194 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1407117625 (540) 769-3964

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
84 services63 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
70 services61 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
61 services46 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
43 services34 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 23667 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
$129.04 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.26 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.13 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $24.78 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
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.

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.

DR. JOSEPH P. SAN CLEMENTE M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
VA MEDICAL CENTER, 100 EMANCIPATION DR
HAMPTON, VA 23667
Hampton City (757) 722-9961
DR. NAHID RIZVI M.D.
Internal Medicine
VA MEDICAL CENTER, 100 EMANCIPATION DRIVE
HAMPTON, VA 23667
Hampton City (757) 722-9961

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 James Forest-lam's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Forest-lam is 1730116583. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2006.

Where is James Forest-lam located?

James Forest-lam practices at VA Medical Center 100 Emancipation Dr, Hampton, VA 23667. The listed phone number is (757) 722-9961.

What is James Forest-lam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is James Forest-lam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Forest-lam is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for James Forest-lam's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Forest-lam reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Emergency Medicine Associates P.A., P.C. (Culpeper, VA) and Universal Health Corporation (Roanoke, VA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for James Forest-lam's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Forest-lam was last updated on January 25, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.