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Unclaimed ProfileAbout FOSTER
Based in Spartanburg, SC, John A. Foster, M.D. is listed in the NPI registry under otolaryngology. John graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 1985. John is also listed as specializing in otolaryngology (ent). Medicare claims data shows John provided 3,225 services to 1,710 patients.
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Education & Training
Areas of Expertise
Licensing & Certification
Source: NPPES NPI Registry
Contact Information
- (864) 582-2900
- Email not available
Practice Locations
1095 IRON ORE ROAD
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
3,225 services · 1,710 patients · 18 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Removal of impacted ear wax | Procedure | 69210 |
227 |
| Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | Procedure | 31575 |
132 |
| Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth | Procedure | 10005 |
59 |
| Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope | Procedure | 31231 |
54 |
| Evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing by examination of upper airway using an endoscope | Procedure | 42975 |
21 |
| Insertion of hypoglossal nerve neurostimulator electrode and generator and breathing sensor electrode | Procedure | 64582 |
13 |
| Ct scan of face without contrast | Imaging | 70486 |
29 |
| Test for allergy using allergenic extract | Treatment | 95004 |
440 |
| Professional service for preparation and provision of 1 or more antigens | Treatment | 95165 |
335 |
| Professional service for single injection of allergen | Treatment | 95115 |
308 |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other otolaryngology specialists at this location 5
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 1
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 3
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 23 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1985 at Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Removal of impacted ear wax 7
Providers in SC who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Dr. Foster's specialty?
Dr. Foster is an otolaryngology in Spartanburg, SC. This is the primary taxonomy recorded against the NPI in the federal registry, listed there as “OTOLARYNGOLOGY”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Dr. Foster?
Dr. Foster is listed at 1095 IRON ORE ROAD, Spartanburg, SC 29303. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Dr. Foster?
The number on file is (864) 582-2900. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Foster?
Dr. Foster's National Provider Identifier is 1154387751. 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
What is Dr. Foster's medical education?
Dr. Foster attended Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine, graduating in 1985. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Dr. Foster have?
Dr. Foster has 41 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1985, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Dr. Foster known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Foster performs procedures including removal of impacted ear wax, diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope and fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth; reads or performs imaging such as ct scan of face without contrast; provides treatments such as test for allergy using allergenic extract and professional service for preparation and provision of 1 or more antigens, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
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