Farzad Forohar, M.D.
NPI 1285603746 · Gastroenterology Physician · Smithtown, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Farzad Forohar, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Smithtown, NY (NPI 1285603746).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285603746
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 201902 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,732 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 421 | $105 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 179 | $148 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 141 | $195 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 129 | $438 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 120 | $56 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 329 | 309 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 322 | 77 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 90 | 17 |
| Omeprazole | 76 | 24 |
| Famotidine | 59 | 22 |
| Ursodiol | 27 | — |
| Mesalamine | 23 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,915 across 15 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-16
- Last updated
- 2012-09-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Farzad Forohar's NPI number?
- Farzad Forohar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285603746, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Farzad Forohar's specialty?
- Farzad Forohar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Farzad Forohar located?
- Farzad Forohar's practice location on file with NPPES is 50 Route 111, Smithtown, NY 11787-3738.
- What is Farzad Forohar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Farzad Forohar is (631) 724-5300.
- Does Farzad Forohar accept Medicare?
- Farzad Forohar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Farzad Forohar's NPI active?
- Yes — Farzad Forohar's NPI (1285603746) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.