Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Derek Forsthoefel, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Bethesda, MD
- NPI 1861754855
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Walter Reed National Military Ctr, 8901 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 208895600
(301) 295-0196
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 11, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Ohio #35123882
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861754855. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,349
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$142,781
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 409 | 223 | $76 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 359 | 293 | $110 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 193 | 186 | $126 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 132 | 122 | $168 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 125 | 86 | $115 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 76 | 59 | $47 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 22 | 22 | $78 | |
99236 |
Initial hospital care with same-day admission and discharge with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 85 minutes | 20 | 20 | $202 | |
99235 |
Initial hospital care with same-day admission and discharge with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 70 minutes | 13 | 13 | $154 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in this city , average services per provider: 149. This provider delivers 9.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
388
Patients
364
Total drug cost
$2,268
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin | Generic | 47 | 46 | $210 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 38 | 37 | $280 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 36 | 31 | $118 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 30 | 26 | $64 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 27 | 27 | $289 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 27 | 26 | $153 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 26 | 24 | $172 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 24 | 24 | $209 |
| Cefadroxil | Generic | 22 | 22 | $148 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 21 | 19 | $76 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Derek Forsthoefel's medical specialty?
Dr. Derek Forsthoefel practices Internal Medicine Physician in Bethesda, MD.
Where does Dr. Derek Forsthoefel practice?
Dr. Derek Forsthoefel practices at Walter Reed National Military Ctr, Bethesda, MD 208895600. Office phone: 3012950196.
What is Dr. Derek Forsthoefel's NPI?
Dr. Derek Forsthoefel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861754855, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Derek Forsthoefel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Derek Forsthoefel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Derek Forsthoefel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.