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MRS. LORETTA FOSTER NP
NPI 1497331516
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Killeen, TX

Active since March 19, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4501 CLEAR CREEK RD, KILLEEN, TX 76549(254) 501-6400(254) 501-6461 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 3, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 3, 2026, Sep 16, 2024, Jan 24, 2023 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2021).

About Mrs. Loretta Foster Np NPPES

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

MRS. LORETTA FOSTER NP (NPI 1497331516) is an individual family provider in Killeen, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP145115) and active in the NPI registry since March 2021. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497331516
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. LORETTA FOSTERCredential: NP
Location Address4501 CLEAR CREEK RDKilleen, TX 76549-4218
Mailing AddressPo Box 844658Dallas, TX 75284-4658 · (800) 994-0371 · Fax (254) 215-9722
Fax(254) 501-6461
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMarch 19, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 3, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 3, 2026
NPI 1497331516 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in TX · AP145115
4501 CLEAR CREEK RD, Killeen, TX 76549

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Loretta Winkler

Other Identifiers 1

OtherAP145115TX · Aprn License Texas Bon

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

Mrs. Loretta Foster Np 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 ID6901281559
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220916002630
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 5

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
245 services241 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
157 services151 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
101 services99 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
31 services31 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76549 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

Family Medicine
4501 CLEAR CREEK RD
KILLEEN, TX 76549
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
4501 CLEAR CREEK RD
KILLEEN, TX 76549
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
4501 CLEAR CREEK RD
KILLEEN, TX 76549
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4501 CLEAR CREEK RD
KILLEEN, TX 76549
Family Medicine
4501 CLEAR CREEK RD
KILLEEN, TX 76549
Nurse Practitioner
4501 CLEAR CREEK RD
KILLEEN, TX 76549
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4501 CLEAR CREEK RD
KILLEEN, TX 76549
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4501 CLEAR CREEK RD
KILLEEN, TX 76549

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 Loretta Foster's NPI number?

The NPI number for Loretta Foster is 1497331516. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 19, 2021. The provider is also known as Loretta Winkler.

Where is Loretta Foster located?

Loretta Foster practices at 4501 Clear Creek Rd, Killeen, TX 76549. The listed phone number is (254) 501-6400.

What is Loretta Foster's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Loretta Foster enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Loretta 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 Loretta Foster accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company and Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit list Loretta 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Loretta Foster was last updated on August 3, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 days 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.