DR. PETER LAWRENCE FORT M.D.
NPI 1932191319
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Blairsville, GA

Q: What is Peter Fort's NPI number?

The NPI number for Peter Fort is 1932191319. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2005.

Q: What is Peter Fort's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Peter Fort was last updated on September 11, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since August 22, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

123 WEAVER RD STE B, BLAIRSVILLE, GA 30512(706) 835-3699 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 11, 2024, Aug 8, 2022, Jan 12, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Peter Lawrence Fort M.d. NPPES

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

DR. PETER LAWRENCE FORT M.D. (NPI 1932191319) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Blairsville, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (90203) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc, and maintains a secondary practice location in Blairsville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932191319

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NameDR. PETER LAWRENCE FORTCredential: M.D.

Location Address123 WEAVER RD STE BBlairsville, GA 30512-3155

Mailing Address35 Hospital RdBlairsville, GA 30512-3139 · (706) 745-2111

Phone(706) 835-3699

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSGeorge Washington University School Of MedicineGraduated 1991

Enumeration DateAugust 22, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 11, 2024

✔ NPI 1932191319 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

License✔ Licensed in GA · 90203

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineTaxonomy 207RS0012X · License 90203 (GA)

123 WEAVER RD STE B, Blairsville, GA 30512

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 135 Hospital RdBlairsville, GA 30512-3139 · Phone (706) 745-2111

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.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

Dr. Peter Lawrence 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 ID2567356777

PECOS Enrollment IDI20211020000564

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

Medicare enrollment records show Peter Fort reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Union General Affiliated Services, LLC

15 mi

Specialist

19 DOCTORS WAY
Blairsville, GA 30512

Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
24 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1902305063 (706) 745-2111

Union County Hospital Authority

19 mi

Rural Health

162 HOSPITAL RD STE A
Blairsville, GA 30512

Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
95 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1578682696 (706) 745-3333

Avilys-Sleep & Eeg

140 mi

Sleep Disorder Diagnostic

2300 NORTHSIDE XING STE B
Macon, GA 31210

Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
12 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1861965865 (478) 787-0059

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 18

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.

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.

798 services416 patients

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

Albuterol is a medication used to treat breathing problems. It is administered as an inhalation solution through a device called DME (Durable Medical Equipment). The solution is FDA-approved and non-compounded. Each unit dose contains 1 mg of the medicine.

453 services152 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

250 services227 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

230 services225 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

228 services223 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.

215 services215 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.

205 services177 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

117 services89 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

79 services33 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.

70 services65 patients

Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620

Albuterol and ipratropium bromide are medications used to help you breathe more easily. They work by relaxing your airways and increasing airflow to your lungs. These FDA-approved drugs are administered through a device called DME (Durable Medical Equipment) which ensures accurate dosage.

68 services67 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

56 services47 patients

Therapy procedure using a positive pressure ventilator 94660

A positive pressure ventilator is a device that helps with breathing. It pushes air into the lungs to assist in maintaining oxygen levels. This can be essential for patients with conditions that affect their ability to breathe independently. It's non-invasive and comfortable.

20 services17 patients

Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555

This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.

18 services13 patients

Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope 31624

This is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope is inserted through your mouth into the lungs. A small amount of saline is then introduced to wash the airways. The fluid, along with cells from the lung, is suctioned back for analysis.

15 services15 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

12 services12 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

12 services12 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Gainesville, GA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number110029

Location743 Spring StreetGainesville, GA 30501 · Hall County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Union General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Blairsville, GA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number110051

Location35 Hospital RoadBlairsville, GA 30512 · Union County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Chatuge Regional Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Hiawassee, GA

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number111324

Location110 S Main StreetHiawassee, GA 30546 · Towns County

Emergency services

Portneuf Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Pocatello, ID

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number130028

Location777 Hospital WayPocatello, ID 83201 · Bannock County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Erlanger Murphy Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Murphy, NC

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number341328

Location3990 East Us Highway 64 AltMurphy, NC 28906 · Cherokee County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30512 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

$124.10 typical visit price

range $53.31 – $164.04

Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$94.84 typical visit price

range $16.68 – $133.24

Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 28

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

25 suppliers158 claims158 services$39.42 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

22 suppliers123 claims123 services$100.12 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

22 suppliers148 claims284 services$37.24 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

23 suppliers90 claims346 services$20.86 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers11 claims46 services$13.72 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

24 suppliers99 claims99 services$62.31 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

29 suppliers129 claims129 services$20.53 avg. paid by Medicare

Chinstrap used with positive airway pressure device A7036

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

13 suppliers33 claims33 services$10.82 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

16 suppliers48 claims48 services$18.55 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

34 suppliers246 claims999 services$2.61 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7039

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers16 claims16 services$6.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

20 suppliers76 claims76 services$12.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

13 suppliers323 claims323 services$18.40 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable liquid oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, supply reservoir, humidifier, flowmeter, refill adaptor, contents gauge, cannula or mask, and tubing E0434

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers19 claims19 services$33.35 avg. paid by Medicare

Stationary liquid oxygen system, rental; includes container, contents, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, nebulizer, cannula or mask, & tubing E0439

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$107.10 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

2 suppliers22 claims22 services$786.36 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0470

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers15 claims15 services$98.53 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, with back-up rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0471

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers36 claims39 services$253.44 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers72 claims78 services$17.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

7 suppliers67 claims67 services$6.79 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

19 suppliers261 claims265 services$41.54 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

20 suppliers618 claims618 services$96.17 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

6 suppliers130 claims130 services$34.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Arformoterol, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 15 micrograms J7605

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

2 suppliers22 claims1,266 services$3.68 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

5 suppliers12 claims2,320 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg J7626

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N

3 suppliers19 claims1,050 services$0.79 avg. paid by Medicare

Revefenacin inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, 1 microgram J7677

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

2 suppliers29 claims152,250 services$0.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

7 suppliers43 claims43 services$25.37 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 4

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

KENDRA JORDAN COOK APRN/NP

Nurse Practitioner

123 WEAVER RD STE B
BLAIRSVILLE, GA 30512

Union County (706) 835-3699

SENTINEL PLASTIC SURGERY LLC

Plastic Surgery

123 WEAVER RD STE B
BLAIRSVILLE, GA 30512

Union County (706) 439-6486

MICHELLE LEE WHEAT FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner

123 WEAVER RD STE B
BLAIRSVILLE, GA 30512

Union County (706) 698-3627

MARGARET S. LICAVOLI

Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)

123 WEAVER RD STE B
BLAIRSVILLE, GA 30512

Union County (170) 643-9648

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 Peter Fort's NPI number?

The NPI number for Peter Fort is 1932191319. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2005.

Where is Peter Fort located?

Peter Fort practices at 123 Weaver Rd Ste B, Blairsville, GA 30512. The listed phone number is (706) 835-3699.

What is Peter Fort's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Peter Fort enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Peter 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Peter Fort's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Peter Fort reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Union General Affiliated Services, LLC (Blairsville, GA), Union County Hospital Authority (Blairsville, GA) and Avilys-Sleep & Eeg (Macon, GA). 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 Peter Fort's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Peter Fort accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Peter 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 Peter Fort affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Peter Fort is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc, Union General Hospital, Chatuge Regional Hospital, Portneuf Medical Center and Erlanger Murphy Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Peter Fort was last updated on September 11, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.