Andrew James Forster, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Andrew James Forster is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Miami Beach, FL with over 33 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(786) 595-8220Miami Beach, FL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Andrew James Forster, M.D. has been part of the Miami Beach medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at Tulane University School of Medicine (class of 1993), he has been practicing for over 33 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in Florida
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 1,651 Internal Medicine providers in FLSee all Internal Medicine in Miami Beach33+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 3638dNPPES updated 2016-06-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1691 Michigan Ave Suite 500, Miami Beach, FL 33139-2520

Fax: (786) 533-9466
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+4%)74%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-8%)62%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-7%)42%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-9%)23%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-14%)20%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1993

    Tulane University School of Medicine

  2. 33 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1993)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Andrew James Forster

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Andrew James Forster for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Miami Beach required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Andrew James Forster

Dr. Forster is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Miami Beach, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (786) 595-8220.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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