Nicolas Forero, M.D.
NPI 1740264365 · Nephrology Physician · Springfield, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicolas Forero, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Springfield, IL (NPI 1740264365).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740264365
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036122780 (IL)
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
2,204 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 506 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 392 | $125 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 358 | $8 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 184 | $342 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 168 | $169 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 162 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 59 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 290 | 100 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 132 | 30 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 131 | 37 |
| Losartan Potassium | 126 | 39 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 114 | 35 |
| Potassium Chloride | 98 | 36 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 97 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$167 across 8 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
- 2005-12-06
- Last updated
- 2020-05-22
- Certified
- 2020-05-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicolas Forero's NPI number?
- Nicolas Forero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740264365, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicolas Forero's specialty?
- Nicolas Forero is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicolas Forero located?
- Nicolas Forero's practice location on file with NPPES is 350 W Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702-4902.
- What is Nicolas Forero's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicolas Forero is (217) 528-7541.
- Does Nicolas Forero accept Medicare?
- Nicolas Forero is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicolas Forero's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicolas Forero's NPI (1740264365) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.