Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lindsy Forbess, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1972764116
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.8 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
8631 W 3Rd St, Suite 700 East
Los Angeles, CA 900485901
(310) 854-3539
fax (310) 652-3914 - Additional location
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8730 Alden Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 423-3870
fax (310) 423-0429
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 14, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A120710
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972764116. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,036
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$178,305
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 578 | 153 | $197 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 454 | 146 | $8 | |
85651 |
Red blood cell sedimentation rate, to detect inflammation, non-automated | 453 | 146 | $4 | |
85027 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test | 438 | 143 | $6 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 272 | 25 | $0 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 231 | 13 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 200 | 101 | $141 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 173 | 45 | $67 | |
83872 |
Joint fluid diagnostic test | 54 | 11 | $6 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 53 | 53 | $241 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in this city , average services per provider: 599. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,185
Transactions
61
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 18 | $408.97 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 13 | $164.08 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 10 | $138.47 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 5 | $99.26 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 3 | $95.49 | |
| Radius Health, Inc. | 3 | $76.03 | |
| UCB, Inc. | 3 | $71.15 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $62.88 | |
| Genentech USA, Inc. | 1 | $20.39 | |
| Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc | 1 | $19.10 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $15.30 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $13.54 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
876
Patients
148
Total drug cost
$20,516
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 224 | 36 | $1,825 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 96 | 23 | $3,898 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 72 | 27 | $876 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 71 | 14 | $596 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 68 | 23 | $1,160 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 55 | 0 | $1,561 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 51 | 13 | $956 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 43 | 12 | $1,102 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 35 | 0 | $1,569 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 31 | 0 | $1,693 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lindsy Forbess's medical specialty?
Dr. Lindsy Forbess practices Rheumatology Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Lindsy Forbess practice?
Dr. Lindsy Forbess practices at 8631 W 3Rd St, Los Angeles, CA 900485901. Office phone: 3108543539.
What is Dr. Lindsy Forbess's NPI?
Dr. Lindsy Forbess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972764116, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lindsy Forbess accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lindsy Forbess accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lindsy Forbess commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Red blood cell sedimentation rate, to detect inflammation, non-automated (HCPCS 85651). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.