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DR. ROBERT M FORSTOT M.D.
NPI 1740285683
Anesthesiology in St. Louis, MO

Active since June 16, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
615 S NEW BALLAS RD, SJMMC DEPT OF ANES, ST. LOUIS, MO 63141(636) 386-9224(636) 386-7679 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 23, 2026, Sep 16, 2025 (2 updates tracked since 2025).

About Dr. Robert M Forstot M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT M FORSTOT M.D. (NPI 1740285683) is an individual anesthesiology provider in St. Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (R3L53) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740285683
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT M FORSTOTCredential: M.D.
Location Address615 S NEW BALLAS RD, SJMMC DEPT OF ANESSt. Louis, MO 63141
Mailing Address339 Consort DrBallwin, MO 63011-4439 · (636) 386-9224 · Fax (636) 386-7679
Phone(636) 386-9224
Fax(636) 386-7679
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 23, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1740285683 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MO · R3L53✔ Licensed in IA · MD-55073✔ Licensed in WV · 36561
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
615 S NEW BALLAS RD, St. Louis, MO 63141
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1501 Morris StCharleston, WV 25301-1326 · Phone (304) 388-5432
Location 2200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · Phone (319) 356-2633 · Fax (319) 384-6265
Location 3701 W Forevergreen RdNorth Liberty, IA 52317-9848 · Phone (319) 356-2633 · Fax (319) 356-3949

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid203227137MO
Medicaid1740285683WV

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica.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

Dr. Robert M Forstot 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 ID42209405
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040511000014, I20250923003201
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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
77 services64 patients
Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312
This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.
33 services33 patients
Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers 93320
An ultrasound of your heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a test that uses sound waves to create detailed images of your heart. It helps doctors check the health of your heart's chambers, valves, and blood flow.
32 services32 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325
An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It shows the structure, movement, and blood flow within your heart. This helps assess the heart's health and function, including the valves and rate.
32 services32 patients
Insertion of tube in pulmonary artery for monitoring 93503
This procedure involves placing a tube into your pulmonary artery, which is a blood vessel in your lungs. The tube helps monitor heart function and blood flow, providing vital information for your treatment. It's typically done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort.
23 services23 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Iowa City, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number160058
Location200 Hawkins DriveIowa City, IA 52242 · Johnson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Hospital St Louis

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260020
Location615 New Ballas RoadSaint Louis, MO 63141 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

MRS. PATRICIA ANN RICE APN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
St. Louis County (314) 251-6339
MARY BETH WALKER FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
St. Louis County (314) 251-6000
LOVEPREET SINGH RANDHAWA MD
Internal Medicine
615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
St. Louis County (314) 251-6339
DR. CONNOR ROBERT REIS DO
Internal Medicine
615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
St. Louis County (314) 251-6930
MR. SHEBY THOMAS AA-S
Anesthesiologist Assistant
615 S NEW BALLAS RD, DEPT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
St. Louis County (636) 386-9224
JOSE L OLIVER SEGARRA
Dentist (General Practice)
615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
St. Louis County (314) 251-6382
CAREN BIRKENKAMP PMHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
St. Louis County (314) 251-6000
ANAS M HASIC MD
Internal Medicine
615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
St. Louis County (314) 509-5305

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 Robert Forstot's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Forstot is 1740285683. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2005.

Where is Robert Forstot located?

Robert Forstot practices at 615 S New Ballas Rd Sjmmc Dept Of Anes, St. Louis, MO 63141. The listed phone number is (636) 386-9224.

What is Robert Forstot's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Robert Forstot enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Forstot 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 Robert Forstot accept?

Health plans from Medica list Robert Forstot 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 Robert Forstot affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Forstot is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics and Mercy Hospital St Louis.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Forstot was last updated on April 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.