Zuzana Foster, M.D.
NPI 1184621542 · Rheumatology Physician · Walnut Creek, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zuzana Foster, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Walnut Creek, CA (NPI 1184621542).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184621542
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A65926 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,005 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 | 1,360 | $152 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 1,180 | $19 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 188 | $175 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 97 | $73 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 73 | $259 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 51 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 415 | 131 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 365 | 127 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 272 | 44 |
| Meloxicam | 241 | 87 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 229 | 48 |
| Gabapentin | 198 | 59 |
| Pregabalin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,723 across 75 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-30
- Last updated
- 2021-12-27
- Certified
- 2021-12-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zuzana Foster's NPI number?
- Zuzana Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184621542, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zuzana Foster's specialty?
- Zuzana Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zuzana Foster located?
- Zuzana Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 120 La Casa Via, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-3007.
- What is Zuzana Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zuzana Foster is (925) 210-1050.
- Does Zuzana Foster accept Medicare?
- Zuzana Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zuzana Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — Zuzana Foster's NPI (1184621542) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.