JOHN D FOSTER MD
NPI 1619912862
Internal Medicine in Taos, NM

Active since June 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1397 WEIMER RD, TAOS, NM 87571(575) 751-8900(575) 751-3723 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 13, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About John D Foster Md NPPES

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

JOHN D FOSTER MD (NPI 1619912862) is an individual internal medicine provider in Taos, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (97-236) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital A Div Of Taos Health Systems, and is a graduate of Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619912862
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN D FOSTERCredential: MD
Location Address1397 WEIMER RDTaos, NM 87571-6253
Mailing Address1397 Weimer RdTaos, NM 87571-6253 · (575) 751-8900 · Fax (575) 751-3723
Fax(575) 751-3723
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSClvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv UniversityGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJune 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 13, 2013
NPI 1619912862 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in NM · 97-236
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.
1397 WEIMER RD, Taos, NM 87571

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

John D 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 ID3274432588
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040106000540
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 4

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
120 services80 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
83 services80 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
29 services29 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
29 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Holy Cross Hospital A Div Of Taos Health Systems

Critical Access Hospitals · Taos, NM
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number321310
Location1397 Weimer RoadTaos, NM 87571 · Taos County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87571 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
$126.21 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $31.55 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.38 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
90%29 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers66 claims66 services$19.64 avg. paid by Medicare
Stationary oxygen contents, liquid, 1 month's supply = 1 unit E0442
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$45.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen contents, liquid, 1 month's supply = 1 unit E0444
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$48.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Respiratory suction pump, home model, portable or stationary, electric E0600
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$28.77 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers89 claims89 services$109.12 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 20

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

Pediatrics
1397 WEIMER RD
TAOS, NM 87571
Family Medicine
1397 WEIMER RD
TAOS, NM 87571
Emergency Medicine
1397 WEIMER RD
TAOS, NM 87571
Registered Nurse (Diabetes Educator)
1397 WEIMER RD, DIABETES MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
TAOS, NM 87571
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
1397 WEIMER RD
TAOS, NM 87571
Physician Assistant
1397 WEIMER RD
TAOS, NM 87571
Ambulance
1397 WEIMER RD
TAOS, NM 87571
Specialist/Technologist, Other (Surgical Assistant)
1397 WEIMER RD
TAOS, NM 87571

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 John Foster's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Foster is 1619912862. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2006.

Where is John Foster located?

John Foster practices at 1397 Weimer Rd, Taos, NM 87571. The listed phone number is (575) 751-8900.

What is John Foster's specialty?

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

Is John Foster enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John 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 John Foster accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma list John 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 John Foster affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Foster is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital A Div Of Taos Health Systems.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Foster was last updated on September 13, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.