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DR. KATELYN THERESE FOREST MD
NPI 1972182780
Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, LA

Active since April 07, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
8585 PICARDY AVE, BATON ROUGE, LA 70809(225) 763-4764 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 9, 2024, Apr 7, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Katelyn Therese Forest Md NPPES

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

DR. KATELYN THERESE FOREST MD (NPI 1972182780) is an individual internal medicine provider in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (340029) and active in the NPI registry since April 2021. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baton Rouge General Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Baton Rouge.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972182780
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KATELYN THERESE FORESTCredential: MD
Location Address8585 PICARDY AVEBaton Rouge, LA 70809-3748
Mailing Address7373 Perkins RdBaton Rouge, LA 70808-4373 · (225) 246-9790 · Fax (225) 246-9160
Phone(225) 763-4764
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateApril 7, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 20, 2024
✔ NPI 1972182780 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 340029
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.
8585 PICARDY AVE, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13401 North Blvd Ste 130Baton Rouge, LA 70806-3743 · Phone (225) 387-7900

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, 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. Katelyn Therese Forest Md 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 ID1951704113
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240527000134
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 4

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.

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.
149 services59 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.
50 services31 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
36 services36 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.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baton Rouge General Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Baton Rouge, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190065
Location8585 Picardy AveBaton Rouge, LA 70809 · E. Baton Rouge County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70809 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
$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.

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.

SHIVA CHARAN ANAJI MBBS
Internal Medicine
8585 PICARDY AVE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 763-4764
DR. TOMMIE GABRIELLE ESPY MD
Emergency Medicine
8585 PICARDY AVE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 387-7000
BATON ROUGE GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
8585 PICARDY AVE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 237-1818
SARAH CLAIRE SMITH FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8585 PICARDY AVE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 763-4764
DR. HALLI REBECCA SMALL MD
Emergency Medicine
8585 PICARDY AVE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 636-1900
NEOKIDS LLC
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
8585 PICARDY AVE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 433-2830
DR. TAYLOR SCOTT GWIN MD, MPH
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
8585 PICARDY AVE, SUITE 310
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 767-5479
DR. LORENE BROOKE WILEY MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
8585 PICARDY AVE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 763-4000

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 Katelyn Forest's NPI number?

The NPI number for Katelyn Forest is 1972182780. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 7, 2021.

Where is Katelyn Forest located?

Katelyn Forest practices at 8585 Picardy Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70809. The listed phone number is (225) 763-4764.

What is Katelyn Forest's specialty?

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

Is Katelyn Forest enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Katelyn Forest 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 Katelyn Forest accept?

Health plans from HMO Louisiana list Katelyn Forest 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 Katelyn Forest affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Katelyn Forest is affiliated with Baton Rouge General Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Katelyn Forest was last updated on May 20, 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.