MISS DAWN FOSTER M.D.
Prescription History 1750449708
Internal Medicine in Southfield, MI
What does Dr. Foster prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Foster wrote 2,301 Medicare prescriptions for 83 medications. The most prescribed was Amlodipine Besylate, with 134 prescriptions for 31 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Foster prescribes.
Medications 83 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Michigan prescribers.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 134 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $4.64 per fill, versus $7.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 118 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 61% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (194). Medicare paid $8.80 per fill, versus $13.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 114 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $54.88 per fill, versus $35.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 85 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $19.18 per fill, versus $15.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 80 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 72% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $18.40 per fill, versus $17.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 74 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 70% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $16.72 per fill, versus $14.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 60 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $7.40 per fill, versus $16.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 56 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $25.75 per fill, versus $27.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 56 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $78.18 per fill, versus $67.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 53 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $12.25 per fill, versus $12.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 48 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 39% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $5.33 per fill, versus $8.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 43 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $400.42 per fill, versus $409.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 42 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $496.68 per fill, versus $518.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 40 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $2.82 per fill, versus $5.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 40 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 74% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $9.48 per fill, versus $14.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 38 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $15.92 per fill, versus $16.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 35 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $19.11 per fill, versus $20.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 34 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $3.25 per fill, versus $10.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 33 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $20.25 per fill, versus $16.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 33 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 67% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $4.39 per fill, versus $5.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 32 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.17 per fill, versus $11.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 31 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $2.89 per fill, versus $5.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 31 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $14.42 per fill, versus $19.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 29 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 75% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $19.48 per fill, versus $18.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 29 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 62% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.93 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 28 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.91 per fill, versus $13.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 28 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $15.79 per fill, versus $23.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 24 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 64% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.51 per fill, versus $7.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 24 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $27.71 per fill, versus $15.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 24 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $14.94 per fill, versus $17.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 23 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.86 per fill, versus $10.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 22 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.84 per fill, versus $19.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 22 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $5.73 per fill, versus $13.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 21 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $35.12 per fill, versus $44.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 21 prescriptions for Januvia, about 62% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $986.45 per fill, versus $958.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 21 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 75% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $21.35 per fill, versus $13.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 21 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.78 per fill, versus $12.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 21 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $7.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 21 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 22% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $9.67 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 20 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 13% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $12.55 per fill, versus $12.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 19 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,212.85 per fill, versus $882.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 18 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 67% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $50.65 per fill, versus $17.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 18 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 26% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $4.25 per fill, versus $8.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 18 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $20.30 per fill, versus $11.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 17 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 32% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $697.26 per fill, versus $1,053.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 17 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 64% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $27.53 per fill, versus $14.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 17 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 80% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $18.56 per fill, versus $22.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 16 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $12.28 per fill, versus $15.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 16 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 41% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.03 per fill, versus $8.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 16 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 29% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $4.26 per fill, versus $17.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 16 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 17% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $6.12 per fill, versus $18.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 15 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $40.95 per fill, versus $26.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 15 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $105.48 per fill, versus $6.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 15 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 37% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $599.62 per fill, versus $940.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 15 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 70% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $4.53 per fill, versus $8.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 15 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $16.10 per fill, versus $22.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 15 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 82% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $25.74 per fill, versus $34.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat dry, scaly skin conditions (such as xerosis, ichthyosis vulgaris) and can also help relieve itching from these conditions.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 14 prescriptions for Ammonium Lactate, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $10.24 per fill, versus $18.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 14 prescriptions for Betamethasone Valerate, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $36.07 per fill, versus $31.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 14 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $21.17 per fill, versus $25.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 13 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.57 per fill, versus $28.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 13 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 15% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $18.86 per fill, versus $14.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 14% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $7.96 per fill, versus $14.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 13 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $16.37 per fill, versus $20.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 13 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $28.45 per fill, versus $56.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 12 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $10.26 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 12 prescriptions for Betamethasone Dipropionate, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $72.03 per fill, versus $44.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 38% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $16.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 12 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $135.30 per fill, versus $78.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 12 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $3.19 per fill, versus $6.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 12 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 25% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1,260.81 per fill, versus $1,238.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 12 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $18.31 per fill, versus $31.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 12 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $9.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 12 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 30% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,011.19 per fill, versus $1,304.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 11 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 25% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $8.00 per fill, versus $49.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 11 prescriptions for Arnuity Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $260.18 per fill, versus $276.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 11 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about 42% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.78 per fill, versus $25.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 11 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 22% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $5.65 per fill, versus $16.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat eczema of the outer ear (also known as chronic itchy ear).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $40.26 per fill, versus $39.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.87 per fill, versus $12.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 11 prescriptions for Linzess, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,564.55 per fill, versus $720.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 11 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 37% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $16.52 per fill, versus $9.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Foster wrote 11 prescriptions for Terconazole, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $30.71 per fill, versus $28.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Foster’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Foster prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Foster's most prescribed medications were Amlodipine Besylate (134), Atorvastatin Calcium (118) and Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (114).
How does Dr. Foster's prescribing compare with other Michigan prescribers?
Of the 83 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Foster prescribes 5 more often than the typical Michigan prescriber, 14 about as often and 64 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Foster prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Michigan prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
