Alexander Foster, M.D.
NPI 1033407275 · Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician · Encinitas, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Foster, M.D. is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician provider in Encinitas, CA (NPI 1033407275).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033407275
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cornea and External Diseases Specialist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A124880 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,559 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 541 | $137 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 516 | $22 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 488 | $97 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 480 | $128 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 393 | $44 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 335 | $44 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 336 | 211 |
| Latanoprost | 135 | 36 |
| Timolol Maleate | 62 | 21 |
| Ofloxacin | 43 | 27 |
| Cyclosporine | 37 | 12 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 36 | 21 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 36 | — |
| Doxycycline Hyclate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$846 across 35 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 477 N El Camino Real Ste C202Encinitas, CA 92024Phone: (760) 631-3500
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-07-20
- Last updated
- 2020-11-05
- Certified
- 2020-11-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Foster's NPI number?
- Alexander Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033407275, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Foster's specialty?
- Alexander Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Foster located?
- Alexander Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 477 N El Camino Real Ste C202, Encinitas, CA 92024.
- What is Alexander Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Foster is (760) 631-3500.
- Does Alexander Foster accept Medicare?
- Alexander Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Foster's NPI (1033407275) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.