Forrest R Monroe, MD
Forrest R Monroe is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Redding, CA with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Forrest R Monroe, MD has been part of the Redding medical community since 2013 in group practice. A University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver graduate since 2013, he brings 13+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 90% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 21% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1255 Liberty St, Redding, CA 96001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202375/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better13.75%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+8.7 pts)
13.75% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96.1%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.3 pts)
Top 10% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,138
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
329
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
618
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$38 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Forrest R Monroe's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver
13 years in practice
Established
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
Po Box 991950, Redding, CA 96099-1950
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190025
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Pain Medicine Care With Forrest R Monroe
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Forrest R Monroe for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Redding required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forrest R Monroe
Dr. Monroe is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Redding, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (530) 246-2467.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1255 Liberty St, Redding, CA 96001
Mailing Address
Po Box 991950, Redding, CA 96099-1950
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