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MRS. TAHEERA FORBES FNP-C
NPI 1821561739
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Minden, LA

Active since January 03, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75.15/100
CMS Quality Rating
102 S MONROE ST STE B, MINDEN, LA 71055(318) 232-6835(318) 639-9245 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 7, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 7, 2022, Jan 3, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Mrs. Taheera Forbes Fnp-c NPPES

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

MRS. TAHEERA FORBES FNP-C (NPI 1821561739) is an individual family provider in Minden, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (202037) and active in the NPI registry since January 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Springhill Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821561739
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. TAHEERA FORBESCredential: FNP-C
Location Address102 S MONROE ST STE BMinden, LA 71055-3357
Mailing AddressPo Box 1089Hammond, LA 70404-1089 · (985) 892-7070 · Fax (855) 821-4499
Phone(318) 232-6835
Fax(318) 639-9245
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJanuary 3, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 7, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 7, 2022
✔ NPI 1821561739 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 202037
102 S MONROE ST STE B, Minden, LA 71055
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2508121LA

Accepted Insurance

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

Mrs. Taheera Forbes Fnp-c 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 ID9436486396
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190815000297
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Taheera Forbes reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Wound Care Associates LLC
223 mi
Specialist
16065 LAMONTE DR
Hammond, LA 70403
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 92 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568793750 (985) 892-7070
Restorixhealth At-Home, LLC
258 mi
Nurse Practitioner
3445 N CAUSEWAY BLVD STE 600
Metairie, LA 70002
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 49 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1255974689 (504) 609-3282
Wcs Professional Services Of Louisiana, LLC
258 mi
Nurse Practitioner
3445 N CAUSEWAY BLVD, SUITE 600
Metairie, LA 70002
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1851644876 (504) 835-4919
Vpa PC
881 mi
Family Medicine
500 KIRTS BLVD, SUITE 200
Troy, MI 48084
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1336153295 (800) 759-7291

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 13

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.

Innovamatrix ac, per square centimeter A2001
Innovamatrix ac, per square centimeter, is a process where a special matrix is applied to your skin to aid in healing. This matrix, made of natural materials, helps your body produce new skin cells, accelerating recovery. It's like a supportive net for your skin's renewal.
1,152 services14 patients
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.
552 services98 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
520 services103 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less 11045
This procedure involves the removal of skin and tissue, typically due to disease, injury, or abnormal growth. Each session removes an area of 20.0 square cm or less. It's performed by a trained professional and may require multiple sessions for larger areas.
319 services20 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.
130 services27 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.
128 services51 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Springhill Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Springhill, LA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190088
Location2001 Doctors DriveSpringhill, LA 71075 · Webster County
Emergency services

Minden Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Minden, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190144
LocationNo 1 Medical PlazaMinden, LA 71055 · Webster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71055 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

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.

75.15/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality52.99
Promoting Interoperability93
Improvement Activities40
Cost36.69

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

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

Tape, non-waterproof, per 18 square inches A4450
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier30 claims620 services$0.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Tape, waterproof, per 18 square inches A4452
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier11 claims300 services$0.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing A6196
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers28 claims466 services$7.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing A6197
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers11 claims228 services$15.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing A6252
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
3 suppliers40 claims693 services$3.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard A6446
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers16 claims1,427 services$0.38 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

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

KALEIGH MARIE STEPHENSON FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
102 S MONROE ST STE B
MINDEN, LA 71055
Webster Parish (318) 382-7290

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 Taheera Forbes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Taheera Forbes is 1821561739. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 3, 2019.

Where is Taheera Forbes located?

Taheera Forbes practices at 102 S Monroe St Ste B, Minden, LA 71055. The listed phone number is (318) 232-6835.

What is Taheera Forbes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Taheera Forbes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Taheera Forbes 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 Taheera Forbes's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Taheera Forbes reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Wound Care Associates LLC (Hammond, LA), Restorixhealth At-Home, LLC (Metairie, LA), Wcs Professional Services Of Louisiana, LLC (Metairie, LA) and Vpa PC (Troy, MI). 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 Taheera Forbes's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Taheera Forbes accept?

Health plans from HMO Louisiana list Taheera Forbes 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 Taheera Forbes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Taheera Forbes is affiliated with Springhill Medical Center and Minden Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Taheera Forbes was last updated on February 7, 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.