DAVID L FOSTER MD
NPI 1174679179
Internal Medicine in Valley Stream, NY

Active since January 25, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 33D2087798 · Waiver
19.75/100
CMS Quality Rating
10 E MERRICK RD, SUITE 307, VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580(516) 825-2439(516) 825-2463 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 13, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About David L Foster Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DAVID L FOSTER MD (NPI 1174679179) is an individual internal medicine provider in Valley Stream, New York, licensed in New York (217856) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through May 25, 2028, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174679179
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDAVID L FOSTERCredential: MD
Location Address10 E MERRICK RD, SUITE 307Valley Stream, NY 11580-5800
Mailing Address10 E Merrick Rd, Suite 307Valley Stream, NY 11580-5800 · (516) 825-2439 · Fax (516) 825-2463
Fax(516) 825-2463
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJanuary 25, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 13, 2014
NPI 1174679179 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in NY · 217856
Definition
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.
10 E MERRICK RD, Valley Stream, NY 11580

Other Identifiers 4

Other470926259NY · Tin
Medicare UPINH19988NY
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified62C301
Medicaid02154658NY

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

David L Foster Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3274429527
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040224001231
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 33D2087798

David L Foster, MD, PC · Valley Stream, NY
Active · expires May 25, 2028
CLIA Number33D2087798
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateMay 26, 2026
Certificate Expiration DateMay 25, 2028
Laboratory DirectorDr. David L. Foster
Laboratory Phone(516) 825-2439
Laboratory LocationDavid L Foster, MD, PC10 East Merrick Road, Suite 307, Valley Stream, NY 11580
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
572 services226 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
537 services225 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
228 services121 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
170 services170 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
166 services148 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
103 services97 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 11580 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$154.28 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $38.57 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$117.62 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $29.40 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

19.75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost65.84

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
15 suppliers39 claims102 services$6.16 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers12 claims18 services$1.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers12 claims12 services$186.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 11

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Family Medicine
10 E MERRICK RD, STE 306
VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580
Social Worker (Clinical)
10 E MERRICK RD
VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580
Optometrist
10 E MERRICK RD
VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580
Physician Assistant (Medical)
10 E MERRICK RD, SUITE 207
VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580
Social Worker
10 E MERRICK RD
VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
10 E MERRICK RD
VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580
Family Medicine
10 E MERRICK RD, STE 306
VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580
Optometrist
10 E MERRICK RD, SUITE 201
VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is David Foster's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Foster is 1174679179. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 25, 2007.

Where is David Foster located?

David Foster practices at 10 E Merrick Rd Suite 307, Valley Stream, NY 11580. The listed phone number is (516) 825-2439.

What is David Foster's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is David Foster enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Foster is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Does David Foster hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 33D2087798) is associated with this NPI, valid through May 25, 2028. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Foster was last updated on November 13, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.