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Dr. Vernon Forrester, MD
Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Dermatology Physician · Madison, AL
- NPI 1679002729
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
104 J E Briscoe Way
Madison, AL 357584822
(256) 705-3000
fax (256) 705-3105
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 19, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ND0101X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Alabama #MD.44256 · Ohio #35.142138
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679002729. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,970
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,625,628
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q4194 |
Novachor, per square centimeter | 1,125 | 105 | $999 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 342 | 128 | $6 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 301 | 233 | $538 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 271 | 180 | $44 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 248 | 178 | $83 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 219 | 163 | $81 | |
88331 |
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block | 169 | 111 | $92 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 129 | 97 | $373 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 127 | 101 | $117 | |
13132 |
Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm | 124 | 109 | $219 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Madison Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 117. This provider delivers 34× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$940
Transactions
39
Manufacturers
13
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organogenesis INC. | 11 | $272.45 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 7 | $135.38 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 5 | $124.24 | |
| Kerecis Limited | 1 | $99.91 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 5 | $88.49 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 2 | $56.96 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $33.67 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $26.28 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 1 | $25.00 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $23.61 | |
| Genentech USA, INC. | 1 | $21.30 | |
| Incyte Corporation | 1 | $17.70 | |
| Ortho Dermatologics, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $15.47 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,057
Patients
719
Total drug cost
$104,089
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 208 | 184 | $1,384 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 128 | 98 | $2,360 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 113 | 53 | $2,274 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 109 | 75 | $2,063 |
| Selenium Sulfide | Generic | 105 | 62 | $1,149 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | Generic | 72 | 66 | $2,943 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 50 | 44 | $453 |
| Fluconazole | Generic | 47 | 14 | $323 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 42 | 24 | $3,725 |
| Minoxidil | Generic | 41 | 11 | $412 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vernon Forrester's medical specialty?
Dr. Vernon Forrester practices Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician in Madison, AL.
Where does Dr. Vernon Forrester practice?
Dr. Vernon Forrester practices at 104 J E Briscoe Way, Madison, AL 357584822. Office phone: 2567053000.
What is Dr. Vernon Forrester's NPI?
Dr. Vernon Forrester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679002729, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vernon Forrester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vernon Forrester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vernon Forrester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Novachor, per square centimeter (HCPCS Q4194); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks (HCPCS 17311). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.