KATHLEEN J FOSTER MD
NPI 1477744159
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Kingsport, TN

Active since August 07, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
30.02/100
CMS Quality Rating
105 W PARK DR, KINGSPORT, TN 37660(423) 224-3220(423) 224-3233 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 11, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 21, 2024, Feb 15, 2023, Feb 24, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Kathleen J Foster Md NPPES

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

KATHLEEN J FOSTER MD (NPI 1477744159) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Kingsport, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (66910) and active in the NPI registry since August 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Kingsport.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477744159
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameKATHLEEN J FOSTERCredential: MD
Location Address105 W PARK DRKingsport, TN 37660-3805
Mailing Address1021 W Oakland Ave Ste 310Johnson City, TN 37604-2192 · (423) 952-2111
Fax(423) 224-3233
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateAugust 7, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 11, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 11, 2026
NPI 1477744159 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License Licensed in TN · 66910
Definition

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

105 W PARK DR, Kingsport, TN 37660

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12002 Brookside Dr Ste 300Kingsport, TN 37660-4634 · Phone (423) 530-7900 · Fax (423) 232-8580

Accepted Insurance

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

Kathleen J 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 ID840460648
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230317001244
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

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.
29 services15 patients
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kingsport, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440017
Location130 West Ravine RoadKingsport, TN 37662 · Sullivan County
Emergency services

Johnson City Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Johnson City, TN
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440063
Location400 N State Of Franklin RdJohnson City, TN 37604 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Indian Path Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kingsport, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440176
Location2000 Brookside DrKingsport, TN 37660 · Sullivan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37660 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

30.02/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality19.22
Promoting Interoperability0
Improvement Activities20
Cost55.85

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.

Obstetrics & Gynecology
105 W PARK DR
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Hospitalist
105 W PARK DR
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Obstetrics & Gynecology
105 W PARK DR
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Obstetrics & Gynecology
105 W PARK DR
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Hospitalist
105 W PARK DR
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
105 W PARK DR
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Obstetrics & Gynecology
105 W PARK DR
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Obstetrics & Gynecology
105 W PARK DR
KINGSPORT, TN 37660

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 Kathleen Foster's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kathleen Foster is 1477744159. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 7, 2007.

Where is Kathleen Foster located?

Kathleen Foster practices at 105 W Park Dr, Kingsport, TN 37660. The listed phone number is (423) 224-3220.

What is Kathleen Foster's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Kathleen Foster enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kathleen 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.

What insurance does Kathleen Foster accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and UnitedHealthcare list Kathleen Foster as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Kathleen Foster affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kathleen Foster is affiliated with Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center, Johnson City Medical Center and Indian Path Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kathleen Foster was last updated on February 11, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.