DAMON FORTENBERRY CRNA
NPI 1790788214
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered in Bogalusa, LA

Active since May 30, 2005Accepts Medicare Assignment
433 PLAZA ST, BOGALUSA, LA 70427(985) 730-6700(985) 730-6713 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 30, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Damon Fortenberry Crna NPPES

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

DAMON FORTENBERRY CRNA (NPI 1790788214) is an individual nurse anesthetist, certified registered in Bogalusa, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (RN073334) and active in the NPI registry since May 2005. He is affiliated with St Tammany Parish Hospital and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790788214
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy367500000X
Provider Legal NameDAMON FORTENBERRYCredential: CRNA
Location Address433 PLAZA STBogalusa, LA 70427-3729
Mailing Address5959 S Sherwood Forest BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70816-6038 · (225) 765-5727 · Fax (225) 765-9196
Fax(985) 730-6713
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateMay 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 30, 2020
NPPES CertifiedDecember 30, 2020
✔ NPI 1790788214 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Anesthetist, Certified RegisteredPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code367500000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · RN073334
Definition
(1) A licensed registered nurse with advanced specialty education in anesthesia who, in collaboration with appropriate health care professionals, provides preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care to patients and assists in management and resuscitation of critical patients in intensive care, coronary care, and emergency situations. Nurse anesthetists are certified following successful completion of credentials and state licensure review and a national examination directed by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. (2) A registered nurse who is qualified by special training to administer anesthesia in collaboration with a physician or dentist and who can assist in the care of patients who are in critical condition.
433 PLAZA ST, Bogalusa, LA 70427

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1107042LA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Damon Fortenberry Crna 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 ID8224013412
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040622000686

Medicare Billing Reassignments

8

Medicare enrollment records show Damon Fortenberry reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

General Acute Care Hospital
433 PLAZA ST
Bogalusa, LA 70427
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 129 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
1202 S TYLER ST
Covington, LA 70433
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 88 clinicians in this Medicare group
Specialist
16061 DOCTORS BLVD STE A
Hammond, LA 70403
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 35 clinicians in this Medicare group
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3717 HOUMA BLVD, SUITE 200
Metairie, LA 70006
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 39 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
3100 GALLERIA DR STE 305
Metairie, LA 70001
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 71 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
694 BELLE TERRE BLVD
La Place, LA 70068
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 482 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
200 HENRY CLAY AVE
New Orleans, LA 70118
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 519 clinicians in this Medicare group
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1100 ANDRE ST, SUITE 300
New Iberia, LA 70563
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 470 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 3

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
17 services17 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.
16 services15 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

St Tammany Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Covington, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190045
Location1202 S Tyler StreetCovington, LA 70433 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bogalusa, LA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190312
Location433 Plaza StreetBogalusa, LA 70427 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70427 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
433 PLAZA ST
BOGALUSA, LA 70427
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
433 PLAZA ST
BOGALUSA, LA 70427
Registered Nurse (Diabetes Educator)
433 PLAZA ST
BOGALUSA, LA 70427
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
433 PLAZA ST
BOGALUSA, LA 70427
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
433 PLAZA ST
BOGALUSA, LA 70427
General Acute Care Hospital
433 PLAZA ST
BOGALUSA, LA 70427
General Practice
433 PLAZA ST
BOGALUSA, LA 70427
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
433 PLAZA ST, BOGALUSA MEDICAL CENTER
BOGALUSA, LA 70427

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 Damon Fortenberry's NPI number?

The NPI number for Damon Fortenberry is 1790788214. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2005.

Where is Damon Fortenberry located?

Damon Fortenberry practices at 433 Plaza St, Bogalusa, LA 70427. The listed phone number is (985) 730-6700.

What is Damon Fortenberry's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered with taxonomy code 367500000X.

Is Damon Fortenberry enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Damon Fortenberry 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Damon Fortenberry's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Damon Fortenberry reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital, Inc. (Bogalusa, LA), Total Anesthesia Care Stph, LLC (Covington, LA), Gastroenterology Anesthesia LLC (Hammond, LA), Aec Physicians, LLC (Metairie, LA), Galleria Anesthesia Associates, LLC (Metairie, LA) and 3 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Damon Fortenberry's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Damon Fortenberry accept?

Health plans from HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Damon Fortenberry 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 Damon Fortenberry affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Damon Fortenberry is affiliated with St Tammany Parish Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital and Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Damon Fortenberry was last updated on December 30, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.