Richard Foster, MD
NPI 1205830569 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Foster, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1205830569).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205830569
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD041875E (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,829 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 365 | $8 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 265 | $10 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 97 | $37 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 92 | $11 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis Without Contrast74176 | 89 | $78 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 59 | $10 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-02
- Last updated
- 2008-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Foster's NPI number?
- Richard Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205830569, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Foster's specialty?
- Richard Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Foster located?
- Richard Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 4800 Friendship Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224-1722.
- What is Richard Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Foster is (412) 578-1783.
- Does Richard Foster accept Medicare?
- Richard Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Foster's NPI (1205830569) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.