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DAMON ALEXANDER FORBES M.D.
NPI 1932335452
Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, CA

Q: What is Damon Forbes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Damon Forbes is 1932335452. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 10, 2009.

Q: What is Damon Forbes's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Damon Forbes was last updated on July 3, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 39 days 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 June 10, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

5042 WILSHIRE BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90036(615) 499-1551 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 3, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Damon Alexander Forbes M.d. NPPES

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

DAMON ALEXANDER FORBES M.D. (NPI 1932335452) is an individual internal medicine provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in North Carolina (2016-02588) and active in the NPI registry since June 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce, and is a graduate of University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932335452

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDAMON ALEXANDER FORBESCredential: M.D.

Location Address5042 WILSHIRE BLVDLos Angeles, CA 90036-4305

Mailing Address5042 Wilshire BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90036-4305 · (615) 499-1551

Phone(615) 499-1551

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateJune 10, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 3, 2026

NPPES CertifiedJuly 3, 2026

✔ NPI 1932335452 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 2016-02588

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.

5042 WILSHIRE BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90036

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.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

Damon Alexander Forbes 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 ID6901035187

PECOS Enrollment IDI20180606001329

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 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.

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.

206 services151 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

167 services83 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

101 services56 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.

40 services40 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010

This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.

33 services33 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout 94727

This test measures lung volumes by either diluting or washing out a known amount of gas in your lungs. You'll breathe in a harmless gas, then exhale. The exhaled air is analyzed to assess your lung capacity and function.

33 services33 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.

33 services33 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.

22 services20 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.

21 services11 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

15 services15 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

14 services12 patients

Smoking and tobacco use intensive counseling, 4-10 minutes 99406

This service provides brief, intensive counseling (4-10 minutes) to support you in quitting smoking or tobacco use. It involves discussing the risks of tobacco use, benefits of quitting, and strategies to help you stop. It's a critical step towards a healthier lifestyle.

13 services12 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

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.

Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce

Acute Care Hospitals · Asheville, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340002

Location509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801 · Buncombe County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Harris Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sylva, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number340016

Location68 Hospital RdSylva, NC 28779 · Jackson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

The Mcdowell Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Marion, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340087

Location430 Rankin Drive P O Box 730Marion, NC 28752 · Mc Dowell County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Haywood Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Clyde, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number340184

Location262 Leroy George DriveClyde, NC 28721 · Haywood County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Angel Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Franklin, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number341326

Location124 Center Court PO Box 1209Franklin, NC 28734 · Macon County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90036 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

$142.39 typical visit price

range $62.96 – $187.60

Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$109.96 typical visit price

range $20.84 – $153.61

Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 21

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

5 suppliers13 claims13 services$43.52 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers15 claims32 services$1.55 avg. paid by Medicare

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

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers14 claims14 services$94.03 avg. paid by Medicare

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

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers12 claims32 services$36.75 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

4 suppliers13 claims14 services$65.27 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers14 claims14 services$19.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers14 claims14 services$12.82 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers26 claims140 services$2.41 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

5 suppliers81 claims85 services$16.11 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 suppliers24 claims27 services$914.88 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers20 claims21 services$17.14 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

5 suppliers68 claims68 services$6.48 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers38 claims38 services$46.03 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

8 suppliers186 claims193 services$78.66 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

3 suppliers62 claims62 services$33.94 avg. paid by Medicare

Formoterol fumarate, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 20 micrograms J7606

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

3 suppliers27 claims1,590 services$6.31 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

8 suppliers74 claims15,234 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

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

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

3 suppliers20 claims960 services$0.10 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

5 suppliers22 claims1,350 services$0.81 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 suppliers12 claims63,000 services$0.15 avg. paid by Medicare

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

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

12 suppliers108 claims108 services$25.55 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 10

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

CORPORATE SPINAL WELLNESS SYSTEMS

Chiropractor

5042 WILSHIRE BLVD, NO. 222
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036

Los Angeles County (310) 447-5131

TUTOR CORPS

Specialist

5042 WILSHIRE BLVD
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036

Los Angeles County (310) 905-6699

M J PHILLIPS MOBILE IMAGING INC

Portable X-ray and/or Other Portable Diagnostic Imaging Supplier

5042 WILSHIRE BLVD, 505
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036

Los Angeles County (213) 999-7770

METALABS USA, LLC

Clinical Medical Laboratory

5042 WILSHIRE BLVD, #18046
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036

Los Angeles County (323) 413-7734

DR. ROSEMINA MEHRDADY M.D.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

5042 WILSHIRE BLVD, 28700 UNIT #43
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036

Los Angeles County (714) 924-4552

MIRI PHILLIPS MOBILE IMAGING INC

Portable X-ray and/or Other Portable Diagnostic Imaging Supplier

5042 WILSHIRE BLVD, 505
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036

Los Angeles County (213) 999-7770

ALAN T TURNER MD

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

5042 WILSHIRE BLVD, SUITE 261
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036

Los Angeles County (310) 671-6000

CAD MEDICAL SERVICES

Home Health

5042 WILSHIRE BLVD, 23774
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036

Los Angeles County (213) 375-3737

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 Forbes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Damon Forbes is 1932335452. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 10, 2009.

Where is Damon Forbes located?

Damon Forbes practices at 5042 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036. The listed phone number is (615) 499-1551.

What is Damon Forbes's specialty?

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

Is Damon Forbes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Damon 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.

What insurance does Damon Forbes accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 2 other insurers list Damon 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 Damon Forbes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Damon Forbes is affiliated with Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce, Harris Regional Hospital, The Mcdowell Hospital, Haywood Regional Medical Center and Angel Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Damon Forbes was last updated on July 3, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 39 days 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.