Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Forest, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Torrington, CT
- NPI 1952344145
- Accepts Medicare
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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540 Litchfield St
Torrington, CT 067906679
(860) 496-6650 - Mailing address
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157 Bentley Cir
Goshen, CT 067561721
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 18, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Connecticut #042697
- Medicaid
- MA #3137741
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952344145. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
507
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$72,034
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 288 | 269 | $169 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 134 | 120 | $116 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 30 | 27 | $69 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 28 | 28 | $199 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 27 | 25 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 103. This provider delivers 4.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
29
Patients
29
Total drug cost
$179
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 17 | 17 | $91 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 12 | 12 | $88 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Forest's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Forest practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Torrington, CT.
Where does Dr. Richard Forest practice?
Dr. Richard Forest practices at 540 Litchfield St, Torrington, CT 067906679. Office phone: 8604966650.
What is Dr. Richard Forest's NPI?
Dr. Richard Forest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952344145, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Forest accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Forest accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Forest commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.