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Brian J. Forbes, MD

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About Dr. Forbes

Based in Philadelphia, PA, Brian J. Forbes, MD is listed in the NPI registry under ophthalmology. Brian graduated from Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania in 1994. NPI 1720138522 identifies this record in the national registry.

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Specialty

Ophthalmology (Primary)

Credentials & Licensing

PA licenceAs reported to the NPI registry
No. MD063683LAs reported
NPINational Provider Identifier
1720138522Issued 2007

As reported to the NPI registry ↗

Medicare information

Accepts Medicare assignmentYes
Medicare opt-outNo
Can order and refer in MedicareYes

Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.

Common questions

What does Dr. Forbes specialize in?

Dr. Forbes is an eye doctor in Philadelphia, PA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.

NPI registry

Where is Dr. Forbes located?

Dr. Forbes is listed at 34Th & Civic Center Blvd Children's Hospital of Phila, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Forbes's phone number?

The number on file is (215) 590-2791. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Forbes's NPI number?

Dr. Forbes's National Provider Identifier is 1720138522. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.

NPI registry

Where did Dr. Forbes go to medical school?

Dr. Forbes attended Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania, graduating in 1994. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.

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How long has Dr. Forbes been practicing?

Dr. Forbes has 32 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1994, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

Has Dr. Forbes confirmed this information?

Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Forbes. If this is you, claiming it is free.

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