Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Heather Forster, CRNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CMS: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)) · Chicago, IL
- NPI 1396759551
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.9 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2900 N Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 606575640
(773) 665-3000 - Mailing address
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9315 Ridgeway Ave
Evanston, IL 602031308
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 31, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 367500000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #041311853
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396759551. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
219
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$27,264
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00142 |
Anesthesia for lens surgery | 205 | 190 | $127 | |
00813 |
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope | 14 | 14 | $84 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 107 peers in Chicago Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, average services per provider: 30. This provider delivers 7.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$110
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 5 | $110.37 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Heather Forster's medical specialty?
Dr. Heather Forster practices Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Chicago, IL.
Where does Dr. Heather Forster practice?
Dr. Heather Forster practices at 2900 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 606575640. Office phone: 7736653000.
What is Dr. Heather Forster's NPI?
Dr. Heather Forster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396759551, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Heather Forster accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Heather Forster accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Heather Forster commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for lens surgery (HCPCS 00142); Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00813). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.