Sean Forsythe, MD
Sean Forsythe is a Critical Care Medicine specialist based in Maywood, IL with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across IL can see Sean Forsythe, MD in person in Maywood or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) in 1991 and has 35+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and COPD (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1795dNPPES updated 2021-06-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2160 S First Ave (321 N. Lagrange Rd, Lagrange Park, Il. 60526), Maywood, IL 60153
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.71%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
1.71% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better45.1%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-37.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
352
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
192
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,986
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.71M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and COPD.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$55 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Sean Forsythe's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 23, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207RC0200X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 1991)
Virtual Critical Care Medicine Care With Sean Forsythe
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sean Forsythe for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, COPD management — no travel to Maywood 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 Sean Forsythe
Dr. Forsythe is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Maywood, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (708) 485-1020.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sean Forsythe
Practice Location
2160 S First Ave (321 N. Lagrange Rd, Lagrange Park, Il. 60526), Maywood, IL 60153
Mailing Address
2160 S First Ave (321 N. Lagrange Rd, Lagrange Park, Il. 60526), Maywood, IL 60153
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