Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Forrest Wells, MD
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician (CMS: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) · Ocean Springs, MS
- NPI 1477568749
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
4509 Gibson RD
Ocean Springs, MS 395646026
(228) 872-3993
fax (228) 872-3992
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 19, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2086S0122X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Mississippi #18050
- Medicaid
- MS #03479057
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477568749. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,017
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$124,418
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 867 | 95 | $6 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 213 | 146 | $83 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 207 | 107 | $43 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 156 | 123 | $118 | |
17282 |
Destruction of cancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 1.1-2.0 cm | 131 | 32 | $157 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 75 | 75 | $155 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 62 | 55 | $51 | |
17272 |
Destruction of cancer skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1.1-2.0 cm | 54 | 16 | $130 | |
17281 |
Destruction of cancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 0.6-1.0 cm | 54 | 13 | $83 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 48 | 48 | $103 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Ocean Springs Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 118. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$87
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $67.30 | |
| Leo Pharma INC. | 1 | $19.97 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
103
Patients
76
Total drug cost
$787
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 66 | 48 | $568 |
| Promethazine Hcl | Generic | 23 | 14 | $56 |
| Scopolamine | Generic | 14 | 14 | $164 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Forrest Wells's medical specialty?
Dr. Forrest Wells practices Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician in Ocean Springs, MS.
Where does Dr. Forrest Wells practice?
Dr. Forrest Wells practices at 4509 Gibson RD, Ocean Springs, MS 395646026. Office phone: 2288723993.
What is Dr. Forrest Wells's NPI?
Dr. Forrest Wells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477568749, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Forrest Wells accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Forrest Wells accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Forrest Wells commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.