Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Forthman, M.D.
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Lutherville, MD
- NPI 1124059779
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1400 Front Ave, Suite 100
Lutherville, MD 210935300
(410) 296-6232
fax (410) 821-5943
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 12, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Maryland #D0062609
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1124059779. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,486
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$554,626
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,677 | 428 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 527 | 428 | $94 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 310 | 288 | $133 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 243 | 243 | $119 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 210 | 142 | $23 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 209 | 177 | $72 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 200 | 200 | $175 | |
29848 |
Release of wrist ligament using an endoscope | 187 | 135 | $471 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 160 | 143 | $59 | |
20605 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | 135 | 109 | $57 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Lutherville Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 132. This provider delivers 34× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$111
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $42.20 | |
| Endo USA, INC. | 1 | $27.29 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $21.14 | |
| Biocomposites INC | 1 | $20.71 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
58
Patients
50
Total drug cost
$281
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 18 | 12 | $33 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 14 | 13 | $175 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 14 | $57 |
| Hydroxyzine Pamoate | Generic | 12 | 11 | $15 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Forthman's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Forthman practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Lutherville, MD.
Where does Dr. Christopher Forthman practice?
Dr. Christopher Forthman practices at 1400 Front Ave, Lutherville, MD 210935300. Office phone: 4102966232.
What is Dr. Christopher Forthman's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Forthman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124059779, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Forthman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Forthman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Forthman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.