Ryan Forbess, M.D.
NPI 1508155805 · Family Medicine Physician · Orange Beach, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ryan Forbess, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Orange Beach, AL (NPI 1508155805).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508155805
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 33608 (AL)
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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,154 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 719 | $110 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 207 | $12 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 122 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 37 | $156 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 29 | $144 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 144 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 502 | 174 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 488 | 154 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 453 | 166 |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 443 | 77 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 408 | 146 |
| Losartan Potassium | 367 | 128 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,006 across 60 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 1613 N Mckenzie StFoley, AL 36535-2247Phone: (251) 949-3710Fax: (251) 949-3715
- 101 E 15th AveGulf Shores, AL 36542-3501Phone: (251) 962-1250Fax: (251) 967-7832
- 21141 State Highway 59 Ste 1Robertsdale, AL 36567-6740Phone: (251) 424-1160Fax: (251) 424-1161
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-04-07
- Last updated
- 2022-06-22
- Certified
- 2022-06-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ryan Forbess's NPI number?
- Ryan Forbess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508155805, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ryan Forbess's specialty?
- Ryan Forbess is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ryan Forbess located?
- Ryan Forbess's practice location on file with NPPES is 4223 Orange Beach Blvd Ste a, Orange Beach, AL 36561-3460.
- What is Ryan Forbess's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ryan Forbess is (251) 981-2184.
- Does Ryan Forbess accept Medicare?
- Ryan Forbess is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ryan Forbess's NPI active?
- Yes — Ryan Forbess's NPI (1508155805) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.