Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Forest-Lam, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician · Emergency Medicine Physician · Hampton, VA
- NPI 1730116583
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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VA Medical Center, 100 Emancipation Dr
Hampton, VA 236670001
(757) 722-9961
fax (757) 728-3187
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 25, 2022
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Virginia #0101235176
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1730116583. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
851
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$112,981
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 504 | 165 | $104 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 281 | 238 | $178 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 51 | 47 | $178 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 15 | 12 | $104 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in this city , average services per provider: 134. This provider delivers 6.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,419
Patients
496
Total drug cost
$164,269
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 441 | 39 | $116,309 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 432 | 68 | $6,018 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 388 | 54 | $2,839 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 296 | 47 | $2,872 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 258 | 33 | $3,048 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 241 | 33 | $6,903 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 200 | 36 | $2,547 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 183 | 26 | $1,470 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 167 | 19 | $11,642 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 144 | 26 | $1,205 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Forest-Lam's medical specialty?
Dr. James Forest-Lam practices Internal Medicine Physician in Hampton, VA.
Where does Dr. James Forest-Lam practice?
Dr. James Forest-Lam practices at VA Medical Center, Hampton, VA 236670001. Office phone: 7577229961.
What is Dr. James Forest-Lam's NPI?
Dr. James Forest-Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730116583, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. James Forest-Lam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.