Vernon Forrester, MD
NPI 1679002729 · MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Madison, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vernon Forrester, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician provider in Madison, AL (NPI 1679002729).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679002729
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- MOHS-Micrographic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.142138 (OH)
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
9 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
2,751 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 404 | $6 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 316 | $489 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 276 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 246 | $81 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 220 | $77 |
| Pathology Examination of Specimen During Surgery, First Tissue Block |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 115 | 82 |
| Selenium Sulfide | 113 | 63 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 105 | 86 |
| Cephalexin | 100 | 91 |
| Mupirocin | 83 | 67 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | 80 | 59 |
| Ketoconazole | 72 | 35 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 46 | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$940 across 39 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
- 2017-06-11
- Last updated
- 2025-05-19
- Certified
- 2025-05-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vernon Forrester's NPI number?
- Vernon Forrester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679002729, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vernon Forrester's specialty?
- Vernon Forrester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vernon Forrester located?
- Vernon Forrester's practice location on file with NPPES is 104 J E Briscoe Way, Madison, AL 35758-4822.
- What is Vernon Forrester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vernon Forrester is (256) 705-3000.
- Does Vernon Forrester accept Medicare?
- Vernon Forrester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vernon Forrester's NPI active?
- Yes — Vernon Forrester's NPI (1679002729) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.