SHANE G. FORSTING D.O. – NPI #1649719055
Orthopaedic Surgery
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
SHANE FORSTING is an orthopaedic surgeon located in MADERA, CA. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1649719055 to SHANE FORSTING on February 17, 2017. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. According to the NPI data, there are 2 additional location(s) assigned to this provider which are listed below. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207X00000X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Orthopaedic Surgery.
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NPI Profile for
SHANE G. FORSTING
(more than 9 years ago)
MADERA, CA 93636-8761 Phone: (559) 353-5700 Fax: (559) 353-5708
2 Other location(s):
Palo Alto, CA 94304-1601
Phone: (650) 497-8000
Suite 160
Columbus, OH 43228
Phone: (614) 544-1837
Fax: (614) 544-2816
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| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207X00000X - Orthopaedic Surgery (Primary) |
CA | 20A19956 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.