Mark Fortson, M.D.
NPI 1457452591 · Gastroenterology Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mark Fortson, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1457452591).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457452591
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24937 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
362 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Analysis of Central Arterial Pressure With Review By Physician93050 | 134 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 85 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 52 | $84 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 39 | $103 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 30 | $153 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 82 | 24 |
| Omeprazole | 75 | 28 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 54 | 15 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 36 | — |
| Famotidine | 32 | 12 |
| Tenofovir Alafenamidebrand: Vemlidy | 19 | — |
| Loperamide Hclbrand: Loperamide | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$501 across 21 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
- 2006-09-25
- Last updated
- 2022-08-22
- Certified
- 2022-08-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mark Fortson's NPI number?
- Mark Fortson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457452591, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mark Fortson's specialty?
- Mark Fortson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mark Fortson located?
- Mark Fortson's practice location on file with NPPES is 2200 Hamilton Rd Ste B, Columbus, GA 31904-8856.
- What is Mark Fortson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mark Fortson is (706) 655-8800.
- Does Mark Fortson accept Medicare?
- Mark Fortson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mark Fortson's NPI active?
- Yes — Mark Fortson's NPI (1457452591) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.